Tom Saunders custom designed home situated on 1.72 acres in a style that is a testament to the Prairie School of Design. The main axis of the home is an impressive gallery that accesses the public & private spaces. The living room features vaulted ceilings accented in wood trim, fireplace & French doors that lead to a slate terrace.
The dining room opens to the living room with built-ins & a Saunders-designed light fixture. The kitchen wing is expansive with center island, dining area, butler’s pantry, wet bar & den. The master bedroom has a peaked ceiling, 2 walk-in closets, French doors opening to a terrace & adjoining den with a fireplace.
The master bathroom is luxurious with a steam shower, Jacuzzi tub, dual vanities & marble surrounds. The 2nd level has 2 bedrooms with ensuite baths. The private backyard has a sweeping lawn, slate & cool deck patios & pool. The lower level walks out to the pool area featuring a rec room with fireplace, 2 bedrooms with full baths & study.
Stunning custom home built in 2001 is quietly nestled in a premier neighborhood.
The lot is defined by luxuriant landscaping, lilly pond & sweeping lawn. As you enter the front parlor you will be entralled by the openness & light. The sunroom features a stone fireplace & french doors that lead to the covered terraces with slate floors & balconies.
Formal dining room with an expanse of windows. The impressive kitchen opens to the family room with a wood-burning fireplace & built-in bookshelves. The kitchen features center island, gas range & breakfast area. The main floor master bedroom suite is exquisite with a sitting room, kitchenette, walk-in closet & a private balcony.
The master bathroom is luxurious with complete marble surrounds, a steam shower, multi-spray shower, jacuzzi tub, skyslight & dual vanities. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms, wal-in closets & one with a living room & full kitchen. The lower level is a full walk-out with recreation room, 2 baths, wine cellar, safe room & gym. Elevator shaft is available. Geothermal.
Remarkable, well-maintained, updated Mid Century positioned for privacy and luxury living. This home is perfect for entertaining and relaxing.
Extensive rear oasis has several different areas for relaxation w/well-thought-out landscaping. Updated kitchen features quality appliances & custom cabinets w/access to the patio. Spacious open living room is bright and comfortable with pleasing views of the pool area.
Modern split level design features bedrooms on the upper level and family room just steps below. Master suite has a balcony over looking the backyard and a substantial updated bathroom. Two additional bedrooms share a sizable hall bath. Large family room has a guest bath and could be used as an additional sleeping area.
Laundry/utility room has access to the pool. Outdoor storage room located behind the home in addition to the two car garage. Your own private paradise in a convenient location! Short walk to Bernie park playground. Located in Ladue school district.
Zuber & Cie, a French Manufacture de Papier Peints et Tissus (French for: painted wallpaper and fabrics), was founded by Jean Zuber. The headquarters has remained in Rixheim, France since the founding of the company in 1797. The company now has showrooms in Paris, Nice, New York, Los Angeles, London and Dubai.
Zuber & Cie uses more than 100,000 woodblocks engraved in the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Wallpapers include: Vues de l’Amérique du Nord, Eldorado, Hindoustan, les Guerres, d’Independence, and Isola Bella. Among wall coverings, Zuber also produces dado borders, friezes, and ceiling papers portraying things such as faux drapery, fringe and tassels.
It is reported that Jean Zuber’s wall coverings were so popular and respected that he received a Legion of Honor in 1834 by King Louis Philippe.
An antique copy of the Vues de l’Amérique du Nord, was installed in the Diplomatic Reception Room of the White House during John F. Kennedy’s presidency.
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