Elegantly orchestrating light and dark, clean lines and rich natural materials, this extraordinary contemporary home provides an open and uncluttered environment that remains warm and eminently inviting. The sleek façade is a work of art in itself, showcasing stark horizontal lines, vast expanses of glass, a striking 17-foot stone wall, richly stained cedar slat siding, and beautiful zinc overhangs.

Taking center stage throughout the three-level floorplan are European-inspired design elements including suspended linear light hubs, eye-catching glass inset doors, imported Italian chrome hardware, and abundant built-ins that increase splendor and functionality.

A lofty 16-foot ceiling in the living room with fireplace and near 10-foot ceilings throughout the house (including the basement) boost the airiness of the design, while imported large-size light gray limestone tile floors work in harmony with a soothing luminance created at every turn. The house’s color palette is executed in shades of white and a spectrum of grays, creating a stylish and balanced atmosphere.

The spacious public rooms, lined with tall glass panes and corner windows, are well positioned to extend to the outdoors, where a broad rear deck with verdant views enhances the already uplifting scene. These spaces are all easily catered by a sprawling chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line Miele, Thermador and Gaggenau appliances – a perfect spot for the chef-at-heart to create culinary masterpieces. The kitchen also features an exceptionally long center island that emphasizes the horizontal lines of the architecture throughout the house. Augmenting the wonderful main-level spaces are an upscale customized home theater, a delightful  multipurpose playroom, and an office or gym on the sun-soaked lower level.

The graceful three-level layout of approximately 4,700 square feet features 5 bedrooms that all enjoy modern amenities, plus 4 full bathrooms and 2 half-baths. The highlight is the spacious master bedroom suite, which has a private rear viewing deck with internal support structures that allow it to “float” in midair over the entertainment terrace.

Nicely complementing this impressive home are the naturally lush grounds, which boast a large level lawn in the rear and flourishing perimeter trees for privacy. Rounding out the appeal of this handsome offering is its enviable location in Palo Alto with easy access to shopping, dining, major commute routes, and excellent local schools.

Summary of This Fine Residence

• New construction with approximately 4,700 square feet of living space (buyer to verify, per approved plans)

• 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, and 2 half-baths arranged over three levels

• Top-quality materials throughout the home including tall panes of glass, imported limestone tile and oak hardwood flooring, glass inset doors, and square light fixtures from high-end suppliers, including Italian designer brands such as Artemide

• Striking living room with fireplace and lofty 16-foot ceilings

• Elegant formal dining room with ceiling speakers and verdant views

• Tremendous gourmet kitchen with Miele, Thermador and Gaggenau  professional-quality appliances and center island and breakfast nook (with adjacent walk-in pantry/laundry room with washer/dryer hookups)

• Sun-drenched family room opening from the kitchen with surround sound speakers and access to the rear entertainment deck

• Designer-appointed powder room with imported Italian ceramic tile servicing the main living areas

• Light-filled upper-level master suite with ceiling speakers and its own balcony overlooking the grounds

• Three additional bedrooms on the upper level, one a suite, plus a full hallway bath

• Bright, well-appointed guest bedroom suite on the lowermost level with attached full bathroom

• Spacious, upscale lower-level home theatre professionally wired for a projector and surround sound

• Delightful playroom ideal for multi-purpose recreation

• Versatile office or gym with abundant natural light

• Lovely powder room servicing the lower level with a stunning carved-stone single-sink vanity

• Attached one-car garage with ample storage

• Large rear entertainment terrace with cedar deck, surround sound speakers, and lighting

• Lot size of approximately 8,079 square feet (buyer to verify, per city record) with level lawn and natural perimeter foliage

• Wonderful Leland Manor neighborhood in North Palo Alto

• Top-rated local schools: Walter Hays Elementary, Jordan Middle, and Palo Alto High (buyer to confirm availability)

Detailed Summary of the Home

Entrance

• A welcoming cedar walking path is recessed and flush with the ground, intersecting the lush and level front lawn; a driveway of white river rock and cement slabs precedes the sleek façade of glass panes and cedar slats; redwood and maple trees add to a “Japanese garden” ambiance

• The tall front door is adorned with eight horizontal gray panels and an integrated stainless panel in the middle; stacked horizontal panes of glass add a lustrous touch

Living Room

• Inside, the living room introduces the light gray imported limestone tile flooring that is found throughout much of the main level with radiant heat; a modern gas fireplace with river rock stones creates a warm focal point
• Other striking architectural details presented here and found throughout the home include rear-facing picture windows, lofty 16-foot ceiling heights, modern light fixtures from Focal Point, Translite Sonoma, and Italian suppliers Artemide and Tri Ci Luce

Dining Room

• Continuing from the foyer and lined with 9-foot-tall glass panels, this soothing formal dining venue boasts uplifting garden views, where outdoor lighting bathes the surrounding foliage to create a magical effect; the room is appointed with limestone tile flooring, built-in speakers, and recessed square-trimmed halogen lighting

Kitchen

• This tremendous epicurean domain is finished with espresso-stained oak hardwood flooring, Silestone quartz slab countertops, full Italian ceramic tile backsplashes, and crisp white storage cabinetry with chrome pulls; additional appointments include a sprawling center island, linear 12-foot light fixture, walk-in pantry with washer/dryer hookups, breakfast nook, and a sliding glass door with sidelights that expands the space to the rear grounds
• Restaurant-quality appliances include a double wall oven by Miele, Thermador side-by-side refrigerator/freezer, Bosch dishwasher concealed by cabinet panels, concealed GE Profile compactor, GE Monogram microwave, and a Blanco dual-bowl stainless steel sink; the center island with Silestone and stainless steel countertops accommodates a Gaggenau 36" gas cooktop with designer vent hood by Falmec, a secondary stainless steel prep sink, and counter seating

Family Room

• This sun-drenched room features oak hardwood flooring, a lofty ceiling with recessed lighting, built-in speakers, and “floating” display shelving; 9-foot-tall wrap-around windows and a sliding glass door open the dimensions out to the rear terrace

Powder Room

• This designer-appointed half-bath imbues a relaxed atmosphere with its striated Italian ceramic tile walls; appointments include a “floating” Corian-topped single-sink vanity, linear wall sconce lighting from Italy, and modern faucets by Hansgrohe

Upper Level of the Home

Master Bedroom Suite

• This spacious personal sanctuary is appointed with oak hardwood flooring, a large customized walk-in closet with drawers and cabinetry, recessed and wall sconce lighting, and a built-in seating bench; a sliding glass door opens to a private viewing balcony with a seating area that overlooks the rear grounds
• The spa-inspired en suite bath is lavishly finished with limestone tile flooring and walls, and espresso-hued cabinetry; niceties include a custom medicine cabinet by Robern, a 9.5-foot-long Corian countertop with integrated double Corian sinks, and a whirlpool tub; the frameless glass-enclosed shower has body sprays, a “waterfall” showerhead, as well as a removable handheld spray wand; beautiful Italian ceramic large white tiles conceal the shower drain and add to the high-end contemporary clean look

Bedroom Suite 2

• This retreat boasts oak hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, a sliding glass door opening out to a private front-facing balcony, a high-set horizontal clerestory window for natural light, and a wardrobe closet concealed by a custom glass-pane door
• The adjoining bathroom has limestone tile flooring and walls, a single-sink Corian-topped vanity, and a soaking tub with removable handheld spray wand

Bedrooms 3 and 4

• Both of these personal havens boast oak hardwood flooring, recessed lighting, garden-view windows, and a customized wardrobe closet concealed by glass-inset doors

Bathroom 3

• Servicing the upper level, this limestone-finished bathroom includes a dual-sink vanity with Silestone countertop and a tub with removable spray wand

Lower Level of the Home

Bedroom Suite 5

• Enjoying a sliding imported glass door that opens to a light well, this generously appointed bedroom has soft carpeting and a wardrobe closet concealed by custom glass doors
• This en suite bath features richly hued cabinetry, limestone tile flooring from Portugal, and striated ceramic tile backsplash behind a porcelain vessel sink

Media Room

• Poised to become the ultimate home theatre, this social-hub media center offers Berber carpeting, ample seating space, wiring for a ceiling projector and surround sound, two built-in speakers, and a component closet

Playroom

• Natural light floods into this recreation area through a window facing a large light well; the space is equipped with a 15.5-foot-long built-in “floating” desk with six drawers, suspended energy-efficient linear fluorescent light hubs, and built-in display shelving

Office/Gym

• Light-filled room ideal for either a dedicated office or exercise area, this room includes carpeting, a tall ceiling, wall sconce lighting, and a sliding glass door to a light well

Powder Room

• Servicing the lower level, this half-bath is appointed with a stunning carved-stone single-sink vanity

Laundry and Kitchenette

• The well-equipped laundry room has a front-loading washer and dryer by Bosch, a utility sink, a long Silestone folding counter, and glass-front upper cabinetry; the space also includes room for a 35-inch refrigerator

Additional Features of the Home

• Two laundry rooms, one located in the walk-in pantry, and one located on the lower level
• Dimmable lighting throughout the home
• Security alarm system
• Whole-home audio with built-in speakers in many rooms
• CAT5 wiring, data hubs in almost every room, and multiple phone lines – all accessed by a component closet
• Ready for advanced Voice Over IP home telephone system with unlimited extensions
• Added niceties include abundant customized storage cabinetry, Hansgrohe fixtures in the bathrooms, chrome hardware, designer light fixtures imported from Italy, and custom glass-inset closet doors
• First floor has both radiant heat and forced air - lower level has radiant heat
• Door handles all imported from Italy
• Custom-designed cabinetry throughout
  
• Attached one-car garage with frosted glass garage door and ample storage space
• Rear entertainment deck ideal for year-round al fresco dining
• Mature trees and natural privacy foliage surrounding the home
• Cable rail Guardrail
  
• Convenient proximity to major commute routes accessing all of the greater Bay Area
• Close to Rinconada Park for outdoor enjoyment
• Enviable Palo Alto address with access to top-rated local schools