Deidre Woollard served as the lead editor on Luxist.com for…
This fully gated, soft contemporary residence professionally designed by Barbara Gilbert Interiors and remodeled by Martin Raymond, situated on 1.224 acres in Willow Bend Country in Plano Texas.
Every detail in the home has been custom picked for sleek design and style. Striking matte black custom double front doors open to reveal a foyer with a cascading chrome and crystal chandelier.
The staircase features mother-of-pearl toe-kicks and custom wrought iron rails. Refinished hardwoods span across most of the first floor.
Floor to ceiling windows and soaring ceilings create a dramatic backdrop for the formal living room and marble fireplace to the ceiling.
Opening to both the formal living room and the family room is a masterpiece kitchen. A fourteen-foot granite island imported from Spain is lit by three chrome chandeliers. Professional grade, stainless-steel appliances blend seamlessly with the white, double-height shaker-style cabinetry. Four ovens, wine refrigerator, and a huge walk-in pantry meet any entertainment needs.
Enjoy breathtaking views through walls of glass from the breakfast area.
Gather with loved ones in a comforting and spacious family room, complete with a contemporary gas log fireplace with cream-colored tile and patio access.
A command center provides a fantastic space for every day organization or can be used as a wet-bar.
The first-floor media room has tiered flooring, plush carpeting, and a convenient separate entrance.
Wake up to pool views in your master suite retreat with sitting area, and plush carpeting. The spa-like master bathroom creates an atmosphere of serenity and relaxation.
A separate, fully equipped and renovated apartment shuts off from the home and studio, and has a private two-car garage, ensuite bedroom, living room, and kitchen. Other spaces include a downstairs ensuite guest room, four additional bedrooms up, game room, and a stately study with a separate entrance allowing easy meetings.
The private backyard oasis is surrounded by lush landscaping and mature trees. The space includes a covered living area with heaters, two fans, grill, sink, refrigerator, and ice-maker; sprawling pool with rock waterfall and spa; walking trail around the grounds; and a large, grassy play area.
Off the garages is a large basketball area with two goals, and extra parking is available in the back in addition to the five-car garage. This luxurious home combines modern living, functionality, and top of the line design for a one-of-a-kind, custom living space.
This home is listed for $4.3 million with Ebby Halliday Realtors, an affiliate of Luxury Portfolio International.
Deidre Woollard served as the lead editor on Luxist.com for six years writing about real estate, auctions, jewelry and luxury goods. Her love for luxury real estate led her to work at realtor.com and two of the top real estate brokerages in Los Angeles as well as doing publicity for properties around the world.