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Stunning Highland Park Clean Line Designed Mediterranean with Sleek Sophistication

Recently completed in 2014 by renowned custom builder Avida Custom Homes and situated in prestigious Highland Park, this stunning clean line designed Mediterranean new construction with sleek sophistication showcases an imported clay tile roof from Spain and a finish-out of the highest quality. The design elements in this spectacular residence are unparalleled. Details include 11-foot ceiling downstairs and 10-foot ceilings upstairs, spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming white oak wide-plank hardwood floors, wrought iron detailing, imported antique reclaimed French limestone mantels, stunning wood-and-iron chandeliers, deep cove molding, custom lighting, and gorgeous imported limestone, marble and glass tile finishes from Walker Zanger throughout. The outstanding two-story home offers approximately 5,662 square feet of living space, five bedrooms, five full and one-half baths, four entertaining areas, two dining areas, three interior fireplaces, a wet bar, covered terrace with outdoor fireplace, guest quarters and a two-car garage. Additionally, the guest quarters hold another 320 square feet and the covered terrace encompasses an additional 302 square feet.

Through the oversized custom designed double iron-and-glass doors, the exquisite entrance hall gleans with deep cove molding with a gorgeous wood-and-iron chandelier and handsome white oak wide-plank hardwoods, whose texture is deftly highlighted by a gorgeous stairway with wrought iron balusters leading upstairs to the second level. Providing for great entertaining flow, graceful wood trimmed openings properly accent entry to the formal areas, where deep cove molding and hardwood floors continue, and double fixed Kolbe French doors provide scenic views of the front landscaped grounds. The exquisite living room is oversized and centered by a wood-burning fireplace, with a fabulous imported antique French limestone mantel with Trumeau. Graced by a stunning oversized wood-and-iron chandelier, the spacious dining room also flows through a butler’s pantry to the kitchen. The professional chef’s white Calcutta Regina marble kitchen showcases custom cabinetry, premier stainless steel appliances, including Wolf, SubZero and Asko, an expansive island with a breakfast bar, walk-in pantry, butler’s pantry and a large breakfast area, which provides views of the side grounds and also features a staircase that leads upstairs to the second floor. The kitchen also opens to an oversized great room, which is the heart of the home and features a wood-burning fireplace, with a stunning imported antique French limestone mantel, and is flanked by furniture niches. Additionally, dual oversized Palladian windows yield natural light on the hardwoods and overlook views of the covered terrace. Adjacent, a door opens to the terrace. Conveniently serving the area, a white Calcutta Regina marble-topped wet bar houses an antique brass hammered bar sink with faucet, glass front top cabinets and a stainless steel wine cooler refrigerator. A wrought iron door also opens to reveal a wine room, which is replete with custom designed stain grade maple wine racks. Adjacent, an exquisite powder bath features gorgeous London Grey limestone counters and the flooring is from an exclusive collection of Lucca limestone, which is crafted in Italy. Near the great room, an intimate, private study is accented with a wall of built-ins with bookcases, a fabulous chandelier and views of the side grounds. A downstairs guest suite is appointed with a spacious bedroom, generous-sized walk-in closet and a gorgeous bath with Sophia white marble accented with glass, a separate oversized shower and a custom luxury designed console vanity by Kallista from the Inigo Collection with polished nickel legs and an integral towel bar. For added convenience, a mud nook and storage closets round out the first floor. Additionally, the home is pre-wired for surround sound, speakers and security cameras.

Second level of living is equally impressive and subtly grand. Crowned by a coved pop-up ceiling, with a fabulous wood-and-iron chandelier and surrounded by gleaming hardwoods, the lavish master suite is also appointed with a gas fireplace showcasing a gorgeous imported antique French limestone mantel and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the backyard grounds. The nearby sumptuous Sophia white marble bath is accented by dual vanity desk areas, a free-standing tub, separate double shower with body jets and His and Hers Speakman shower heads, His and Hers toilet rooms and His and Hers huge walk-in closets with abundant built-ins. The oversized Hers closet also features a Sophia white marble makeup counter. The adjoining three bedrooms range in size and style, and all with gleaming hardwoods, large walk-in closets and full elegant baths with London Grey limestone and glass tile finishes. Perfect for relaxation, an oversized game room boasts wide-plank hardwood floors, cove molding and a large closet. Down the hall, a fully equipped utility room serves the second floor and houses white Calcutta Regina counters with London Grey limestone flooring, a Kohler 30-inch Gilford apron front sink and also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer.

Outside, the gorgeous backyard grounds set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. The expansive covered terrace is framed by an cast stone Isokern wood-burning fireplace and also features imported light walnut Travertine pavers flooring, ceiling fans and overlooks incredible views of the verdant landscaped backyard grounds. The two-car oversized detached garage reveals abundant storage and has full guest quarters above, which include an oversized living-bedroom area with a vaulted ceiling and stylish neutral carpeting. An elegant full bath with London Grey limestone counters and Gascon Beige limestone flooring completes this stunning residence. Additional amenities include: pier and beam foundation, three step stucco plaster over a concrete block exterior, gas lanterns, imported clay tile roof from Spain, surround sound system speakers, wood fence, foam insulation, tankless water heaters, luxurious high end plumbing fixtures by Perrin and Rowe, Rohl, Newport Brass, Toto and Kohler, abundant storage, fire sprinkler, and a security system pre-wired for cameras.

Fabulous French Stone New Construction in Highland Park

Recently completed in 2013 by Malt Homes, this stunning French new construction with a stone exterior is situated in prestigious Highland Park and has fabulous drive-up appeal. Showcasing every possible amenity, the design elements in this sophisticated home are unparalleled. Details include 10’ and 11’-foot ceilings, spacious entertaining rooms, gleaming hardwoods, custom cabinetry, deep molding, custom lighting and gorgeous quartzite, granite, marble and limestone finishes throughout. The approximately 4,981-square foot residence offers two stories, five bedrooms, five full and two-half baths, two gathering areas, two dining areas, on exterior and two interior fireplaces, two wet bars, a covered veranda, and a two-car garage with unfinished quarters above.

Enter through a wood-and-glass door to an inviting front foyer, which gleans with a sleek chandelier trimmed with deep molding, and handsome hardwoods, whose texture is deftly highlighted by a stairway with wrought iron and wood balusters leading upstairs to the second level. Providing great entertaining flow, arched entries lead to the study and the formal dining room, where handsome hardwood floors continue and also provide views of the front landscaped grounds. Capped by a cross-beamed ceiling with an iron chandelier, the richly stained intimate study is centered by a cast stone wood-burning fireplace and also features a large storage closet and leads through a butler’s pantry to the great room. Sliding French doors also allow entrance to the room. Graced by a gorgeous crystal-and-iron chandelier, the elegant dining room is spacious and also leads through a butler’s pantry to the kitchen.

The professional chef’s island kitchen showcases custom cabinetry, gorgeous quartzite counters, premier stainless steel appliances, including Wolf, SubZero and Bosch, dual sinks, a breakfast bar, butler’s pantry and a large walk-in pantry. The kitchen also opens to a spacious breakfast area, which is appointed with a stainless steel chandelier and overlooks the side grounds. The kitchen and breakfast area are also open to the great room, which is the heart of the home. Framed by a cast stone wood-burning fireplace and flanked by richly stained built-ins, the oversized great room also features a wall of paneled windows and French doors opening to the covered veranda. Conveniently serving the space is a quartzite-trimmed wet bar, which houses richly stained built-ins, wine racks and a stainless steel bar sink, wine cooler refrigerator and an ice maker. Two elegant powder rooms, a mud nook, and housekeeper’s desk area round out the first floor.

Second level of living is equally spacious and impressive. Crowned by a pop-up ceiling, the luxurious master suite’s credentials include an oversized bedroom with sitting area, gleaming hardwood floors, deep molding and built-ins. The nearby gorgeous marble master bath is graced with His and Hers vanities, a jetted tub, separate double steam shower and a room-size walk-in closet, which boasts a marble-topped island with abundant storage space. The four additional bedrooms range in size and style, and all with graceful molding, neutral carpeting and large walk-in closets. Serving the bedrooms are four elegant baths with fabulous marble, limestone, granite or tile finishes. Fully equipped, a large utility room houses built-ins with granite counters and a stainless steel sink and also provides room for a full-size washer and dryer and a floor drain.

Outside, the landscaped backyard grounds are perfect for entertaining! The covered veranda features graceful brick arched entries with a bead board ceiling and slate flooring and is also accented with a stone wood-burning fireplace, with a raised hearth and chimney breast wall. Additionally, the veranda showcases a built-in stainless steel grill and a quartzite-topped wet bar, with a slate backsplash and a stainless steel refrigerator. All set the tone for a sophisticated atmosphere for entertaining. The veranda also overlooks scenic views of the verdant landscaped backyard. A two-car attached garage with guest quarters above completes this fabulous residence. Additional amenities include: stone and brick exterior, wood fence, copper gutters, gas lamps, abundant storage and a sprinkler and security system.