This four-story contemporary home with astounding interior space and details was designed in 1990 by Atlanta native architect James Alderman. Meticulously landscaped, maintained and recently refurbished by the present owner, this home features four levels of soaring ceilings, open lofts, luxurious baths, private courtyards, a garden level with sauna and hot tub, and a stunning glass roof. Flowing through the large windows that blanket three sides of the house, light rains on the pastel-white walls and on the white-pickled-oak floors, with colorful light effects at sunrise and sunset, while the see-through roof brings in a private view of the rich, rain-forest tree canopy above. The first floor contains a large living room space, a formal dining room, a designer kitchen with high-end appliances, and its own breakfast area, as well as a bar-area and a laundry space. There are two master bedrooms on the first and third floor, each with oversized showers, luxurious bathtubs, dressing rooms, vanities and wall-to wall mirrors of movie-star proportions. A bathroom on every floor makes the predominantly vertical layout very livable. This is an intelligent home, entirely self-managing. The high-end lighting and sound systems are controlled by a remotely programmable computer. Put on some music, and walk up to the fourth floor. This penthouse level is a spectacular space, a luxury retreat that will spoil your most resilient pragmatic side rotten. Use the ice maker to play bartender and, without hesitation, fix yourself a cold drink. Keep tabs on the clouds, stars, and moon in the full-size Jacuzzi under the glass roof. If that sounds too ambitious, head for the sauna. Don’t like it dry? Turn on the steam room, there’s one of those too. Legendary dwelling, through an uninterrupted chain of well-known, art-collecting owners, from Dick Daly, to Marshall Hahn, from R. Schofield, to Arturo G. Pirrone, its current owner, this exceptional home is an art-lover and furniture designer’s dream. Aside from modern conveniences like four separate phone lines, high speed connections, cable TV in every room, including the kitchen, a two-car garage, and a courtyard to park two additional vehicles, the security system is completely in-ground and impregnable by humans. The heating and air conditioning system is state-of-the-art, famous for the low utility bills that come with it. Due to the lofted layout and open, tall balconies, this house is unsuited for children and dogs. A designer’s landscaping with many rare species and blooming bushes, the garden is a continuous surprise. A large and private courtyard, luscious with ferns, Japanese maples, camellias, gardenias, tall rhododendrons and other rare species, welcomes the visitor with the continuous noise of the fountain, while a large suspended balcony, complete with outdoor furniture makes a lazy Sunday afternoon a joy. Be sure to get out of the house once in a while, otherwise you’ll forget there is a hot tub pool in your private courtyard, and for that, you might never forgive yourself. Reserved to the discerning and affluent client, searching for an international, in-town Hollywood-style, this home provides a truly unique living experience, in the heart of the city. This dream home is available with 60 days notice, from request or approved application. Leasing agents are welcome. Excellent references and a one-month security deposit required. Please, only serious inquiries. No pets whatsoever at this location. |