World’s most beautiful power homes revealed

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Number 10 Downing Street has topped a list of the most attractive official residences for world leaders, according to a new study.

The official home of the British Prime Minister was rated the top residence because it scored the best on the golden ratio metric, a measure often used by artists and mathematicians to determine the aesthetic qualities of objects.

The theory follows that if a building or artwork falls into the golden ratio, and is as close to the golden ratio as possible, it is as aesthetically pleasing as possible.

The study, conducted by Uswitch.com mortgage experts found that the homes lived in by world leaders varied widely when considering attractiveness alongside the golden ratio.

Below are the top 15 official residences across the globe considered the most attractive.

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15: Sori Daijin Kentei (Japan)

The official residence of the Prime Minister of Japan.

Constructed in 2002, Sori Daijin Kentei is the official residence of the Prime Minister of Japan. It is also the place where important Cabinet meetings take place, where foreign leaders are welcomed and entertained, also acting as a national crisis management centre.

14: Presidential Office Building (Taiwan)

The Presidential Office Building in Taiwan.

Located in the Zhongzheng District in Taipei, the Presidential Office Building is a Baroque-style famous historical landmark. In the original design, an ornate domed entrance hall greeted visiting dignitaries. The entrance hall was reconstructed with simple interior features after it was destroyed during World War II.

13: The Lodge (Australia)

The Prime Minister’s Lodge in Canberra.

The official residence of Prime Minister Scott Morrison, The Lodge was completed in 1927 with a Georgian revival style in Canberra. Having been renovated several times, the PM’s residence has a ratio of height to width of 2.17, which is a 33.91 per cent difference to the golden ratio of 1.618.

12: Prague Castle (Czech Republic)

Prague Castle

Built in the 9th century, Prague Castle was a seat of power for kings of Bohemia, Holy Roman emperors and presidents of Czechoslovakia. It is now the official office of the President of the Czech Republic, and the largest ancient castle in the world.

11: 24 Sussex Drive (Canada)

24 Sussex Drive is the home of the Canadian Prime Minister.

Ottawa is the home of the official residence of the Prime Minister of Canada, having been in use since 1951. The house consists of 35 rooms spread on four floors, including the basement, connected by an elevator and many staircases. It was originally built to reflect the Victorian style with high gables and extensive verandas.

10: The Hermitage Hunting Lodge (Denmark)

The Hermitage Hunting Lodge in Denmark.

The Hermitage Hunting Lodge, also known as the Hermitage Palace, was built by architect Lauritz de Thurah in Baroque style from 1734 to 1736 for Christian IV of Denmark to host royal banquets during royal hunts.