Classic Chicago architectural style bridged with transitional interiors in this stunning historic home on Lincoln Park's most desirable street. Extensive rehab and addition designed by Chicago's famed Holabird & Root Architects in concert with various recent updates and newly installed designer finishes by Honsen Flemming Interiors, create the perfect balance of past and present. Scrupulous attention to detail is evident in the home's architectural details, both exterior and interior. Lush gardens featuring an automated sprinkler system are punctuated by mature perennials flanking the front and back of the property. Upon entering the home thru the highly reflective leaded glass door, custom wall paneling encasing the foyer and stairway immediately welcome one into the classical living and dining room. Hardwood floors with inlayed border detail run thru out the classically detailed space. The main hallway showcases a special commission by world renknown artist, Markus Linnenbrink. The painting's vivid color and texture enchant the eye, luring the senses to the chef's kitchen, complete with luxury appliances and a custom stainless steel hood. The Adjacent wet bar features built in storage and wine display, along with disposal and Under counter ice maker. Lacquered millwork takes center stage in the adjoining family room boasting colossal built in storage and display cabinets including two SubZero fridge drawers perfect for the frequent entertainer and wine connoisseur. A custom designed marble fireplace by Materials Marketing, anchors the room. Adjacent walk out terrace leads up and down. The Grecian-style ground level gardens offer access to a detached 2 car garage, rear alley, lower level and south passageway leading to the front of property. The ultimate roof top terrace is just steps above the back garden, featuring an ivy covered pergola, privacy trellis, custom built-in seating & outdoor TV, (connection ready to customize AV, lighting and/or tech) Light filled second floor is generously accentuated with skylights allowing the outdoors in. Beautifully outfitted primary suite features built-in cabinetry and vanity, full height wood paneling surrounding wood burning fireplace and Juliet balcony overlooking roof top terrace. A wood encased built-in wet bar just inside the bedroom door is perfectly suited for future conversion to in-suite laundry. Additional features and updates include Lurton RA Lighting/ AV System, new LED recessed lighting thru out, HVAC upgrade thru out 2018 including energy conservation Aero-sealed ducts, new roof 2019, Trex and cedar deck/ fence/stairs 2019, Trex decking @ Juliet balcony floor 2022. Designer finishes include custom Conrad Roman Shades. Additional custom-made drapery, @ living room, lower lever. Remote automated black out drapery @ primary bedroom. Black out shades additionally located @ lover level, family room and second floor East Guest Bedroom. Farrow & Ball gloss sprayed lacquer millwork and built-ins @ Family Room. Custom fireplace stone, hearth and mantle by Materials Marketing. Custom-made pendants @ kitchen island by Urban Electric Company. Wallcovering by Ralph Lauren and Maya Romanoff @ lower level. Wilton wool stair runner to second floor by Watson Smith. Recent additions include HVAC upstairs & downstairs 2018, new roof 2019, dishwasher 2019,aero-sealed all ducts to improve energy conservation, new housing automation system.
