Beautifully remodeled 3/2 Mid-Century Modern with spacious open floorplan: hardwood floors throughout, floor-to-ceiling windows in living room on an entire wall that looks out to lush, private yard with mature trees. Kitchen has breakfast bar, granite counters with slate backsplash, stainless refrigerator, sink, dishwasher & chimney style oven hood & gas range. 3rd bedroom currently office/library with French doors to the main living space. Other features include: ceiling fans, recessed can lighting in kitchen & living room, covered patio, large mud/laundry with separate storage room off kitchen, double sinks in master bath. This home glows with pride of ownership, and its midtown address is close to EVERYTHING including the Seventh Avenue Melrose Shopping! $149,900

Nice BIG living area with dramatic wall of glass to the beautiful backyard…

Updated open and airy kitchen with black cabinets and Granite countertops…

Master Bath

Guest Bath

Office, Den or 3rd Bedroom…

Another view of the kitchen…

Call Don to check it out in person!  (602) 795-2260

It lives big… and I mean B I G. The main living areas all flow seamlessly in to each other, and these spaces beg to be lived in – whether it’s just you and a big bowl of popcorn in front of the t.v. for the night – or dozens of friends firing up the barbecue for an evening of fun – this space is here to serve, and it does so beautifully, elegantly and effortlessly.

The light pours in through each window and french door, making the perfectly polished wood floors glow like embers – and these french doors (3 sets of them) all open to reveal the walled backyard, complete with covered patio, pavers and custom gates. If it were my home (yep, I’m dreaming again), I would turn the new 2+ car garage at the back of the property into a quiet and intimate guest space and run a long rectangular pool between it and the patio. But, we get so many requests for 2 car garages and I guess even our cars need a break from the Arizona sun every once and a while, eh?

To see this property in person, call Don at (602) 795-2260 or Maureen at (602) 327-1781

So, back to reality and to the house… With 3 bedrooms and 2 baths – and measuring over 1800 square feet, there is definitely room to spread out. But what about the stuff? You know… the inordinate amount of clothes, appliances, books and electronics that each of us seems to accumulate so much of? Well, bring it on… Because this home doesn’t just offer living spaces to die for. There are 2 H U G E walk-in closets here (one is in the 3rd bedroom – or what I would consider the office – and the other is in the INCREDIBLE Master Suite), a Palatial Pantry in the kitchen and generously-sized laundry room with additional storage – PLUS, linen closets, drawers and cabinets and extra space in the garage. Talk about an anomaly in the downtown historic districts!

Ok, I’ve raved about this property long enough and I haven’t even talked about the Master Suite yet (it’s DROP DEAD GORGEOUS, by the way). Check the photos out below and I think you’ll agree – this house has a TON to offer!

Here’s what the MLS listing has to say:

Absolutely impeccable renovation/expansion from top to bottom. Essentially a new and Super energy efficient 3/2 home and 2 car garage with beautiful entertaining spaces indoors and out, and many features usually limited to more expensive homes. Custom gates, incredible baths with porcelain tile and glass mosaic tile accents, HUGE walk-in closets and pantry – PLUS Kitchen features like Cherry Cabinets, Corian Counters, Stainless Steel GE Profile Appliances, & beautiful Breakfast bar. French doors and hardwood floors are everywhere. Private and sumptuous master suite, large laundry room plus two other bedrooms or offices. Everything is less than two years old and still sparkling like new! This is a MUST SEE and at this price on this wonderful street, its in a league all its own!

and here are the specs:

Greater Cheery Lynn Home & Garden Tour
Saturday April 16th, 2011
10:00am-1:00pm
Ten homes will be on tour.
Tickets: $5.00, sold only at Lizabel’s Treasures, 3060 N 16th Street (SW corner of 16th St & Earll)
Ticket sales close at 12:30pm.

PLUS

Don and Maureen will be holding their new listing at 1501 East Earll Drive open from 10am to 1pm, so stop by and say “hi” while you’re on the tour!

After several years of mixing it up in Coronado by featuring modern spaces, Brentwood Tudors, and an evening home tour, Coronado steps back to feature what Coronado may be best known: Bungalow homes on a Sunday afternoon.

Come and Join us!
10:00 am to 5:00 pm

Plan to spend the day on Mitchell Street in Phoenix visiting a dozen charming Bungalow style homes and some equally charming gardens, coveting the classic cars that will be gathered along Mitchell, and meeting some of the nicest neighbors in the Coronado Historic District. Enjoy great vendor booths, grab some food and drink and soak in the warm spring air!
Tickets are $15.00 (cash or check). Start your tour at the Ticket Booth on Mitchell, just south of Oak Street. Ticket sales end at 4 PM.

Originally designed by Frank Lloyd Wright Protege’ Blaine Drake, then remodeled by no other than Architect Al Beadle, this home has Architectural credentials that are irreplaceable!

Completely restored and updated in 2005 capturing the essence of the original architecture – new floors, kitchen, baths: this Superb example of Modernist design has never looked better! Prime PV view location near PCDS, this home is an absolute must see for anyone interested in great historic modern architecture and affordable Luxury! This Paradise Valley home offers a luxury Location that is unparalleled. Here’s an opportunity to enjoy a signature piece of Desert Architecture on a fab lot, all at today’s outstanding values!

Room Details

Updated: 2005; Wiring Yr Updated: 2005; Plmbg Yr Updated: 2005; Ht/Cool Yr Updated: 2005; Roof Yr Updated: 2005; Kitchen Yr Updated: 2005; Bath(s) Yr Updated: 2005; Pool Yr Updated: 2005; Pool Partial/Full: Full

Kitchen Features: Cook Top Elec; Disposal; Dishwasher; Refrigerator; Wall Oven(s); Granite Countertops
Master Bathroom: 3/4 Bath Master Bdrm
Additional Bedroom: Separate Bdrm Exit; Mstr Bdr Walkin Clst; Othr Bdr Walkin Clst; Mstr Bdrm Sitting Rm

Laundry: Inside Laundry
Dining Area: Formal; Eat-in Kitchen; Dining in FR
Other Rooms: Family Room; Great Room

Features

Approx SQFT: 1,932
Approx SqFt Range: 1,801 – 2,000
Source of SqFt: County Assessor



Parking: 2 Car Carport; Separate Strge Area

Horses: N

Fireplace: 1 Fireplace; Fireplace Living Rm; Firepit
Property Description: Mountain View(s); North/South Exposure
Exterior Features: Patio; Circular Drive; Pvt Yrd(s)/Crtyrd(s); Childrens Play Area
Features: Skylight(s); 9+ Flat Ceilings; No Interior Steps



Flooring: Carpet; Tile

Construction & Utilities

Architecture: Contemporary


Const – Finish: Painted
Construction: Frame – Wood

Roofing: Foam
Fencing: View/Wrought Iron; Block
Cooling: Refrigeration
Heating: Electric Heat
Utilities: SRP; SW Gas
Water: City Water
Sewer: Septic; Septic in & Cnctd
Services: City Services
Technology: 3+ Exist Tele Lines; Cable TV Avail; HighSpd Intrnt Aval; Security Sys Owned

County, Tax & Financing

County Code: Maricopa
Legal Subdivision:
AN: 170-10-016
Lot Number: NA
Town-Range-Section: 2N-3E-13
Cty Bk&Pg:

Plat:

Taxes/Yr: $5,023/2010
Tax Municipality:
New Financing: Cash; Conventional

We added school information for each district, restaurants and shopping and an MLS access that’s become really popular. All-in-all, over 200 new pages of information on our historic districts were added when the remodel went live on August 10th.

You’ve been busy since then doing exactly what historicphoenix.com was created for.

Over the last six months, more than 50,000 visitors have searched through the site racking up over 500,000 page visits. It looks as if a lot of people feel the same way we do. Downtown Phoenix and the historic homes and neighborhoods within are a great place to live!

So, after all of the data has been compiled, aren’t you curious about what districts and neighborhoods ranked the highest? We sure were.

#10		Del Norte Historic District
		With a mix of 30s English Cottages and 40s Ranches, streets lined with deep grassy easements, mature trees, and a seeming lack of city traffic, Del Norte Place exudes serious charm and peace and quiet. Read more
#9		Windsor Square Historic District
		If you like “residential” but want urban connectivity too, the mid-priced Windsor Square Historic District may be just your place. Windsor’s curving streets set the pace for this calm, quiet residential neighborhood, one of the oldest “suburbs” of Phoenix. read more
#8		Cheery Lynn Historic District
		The manicured lawns of this “subdivision” may feel suburban, but that’s where the similarity ends. This is no cookie-cutter development. Each of these homes is one of a kind. English Tudor, Cottage style, Spanish and Mediterranean-style homes…Read more
#7		Ashland Place Historic District
		Bungalow with backdrop of city skyline, anyone? The moderately priced single-family homes of this Historic District are just a few steps from Central Avenue to the west, creating a unique juxtaposition of residential yards and commercial density.… read more
#6		Alvarado Historic District
		One of Phoenix’s most prestigious urban neighborhoods shares its space with the world-renowned Heard Museum and private University Club of Phoenix, and the light rail along Central Avenue is an easy walk away, with downtown just minutes to the south.… read more
#5		Roosevelt Historic District
		Bungalows are the norm in the Roosevelt Historic District and if you’re one of the many “transplants” to the valley, the wide shady porches and well-maintained lawns may evoke childhood memories of neighborhoods “back east”.… Read more
#4		Encanto-Palmcroft Historic District
		Many of the estate-like homes here sport well kept seas of grass and mature shade trees just beyond a curving line of 80 year old Mexican Fan Palms. This is one of the priciest historic districts in downtown Phoenix, and for good reason… Read more
#3		F.Q. Story Historic District
		Now one of the most desirable neighborhoods in central Phoenix, these beautiful streets are lined with well cared for Tudors, Spanish Revivals and Bungalows dating from the early 1920s. Some of the oldest and most picturesque homes in central Phoenix…Read more
#2		Willo Historic District
		At our #2 spot is the poster child for Phoenix’s historic districts. Everyone seems to think “Willo” when they think historic Phoenix. Well-kept homes and manicured lawns make up almost a square mile of charming residential neighborhood… Read more
#1		Coronado Historic District
		We weren’t surprised one bit. After all, we both live here, so we’re already huge fans of Coronado! The wide porches, possibly the first thing you’ll notice, add shady outdoor space for family, friends and neighbors to gather and may be …. Read more

Unassuming from the street, The Hoover House blends in with the Historic character of the Ashland Place neighborhood

A 1924 historic bungalow with a modern addition that was designed by [merz]project and built to be timeless in its innovation, materiality, and simplicity. Named “Home of the Year” by the American Institute of Architects, this sleeper situated in the Ashland Historic District, blends with the fabric of the neighborhood but comes alive with an incredible modern, yet warm and inviting space unlike any other. Materials like walnut cabinetry & drs, thousands of s.f. of blue sandstone, polished conc. flrs, a 24′ moveable wall of glass, plus green features; sprayed foam insul., low flow fixtures, low VOC paint, high velocity HVAC system, & commercial grade glass. The Mstr Suite and Kitchen are outfitted with the highest-end finishes.

See? Some homes have a beautiful secret!

CONTEXT

Downtown Phoenix is a uniquely Western Landscape. While it encompasses vast zones of emptiness and vacancy, it also teems with vibrant and intense activity. The prevalent desert dwelling around Phoenix is unfortunately a stucco box perforated with small openings, located at the end of some freeway or on the fringes of a once prosperous agricultural field. Originally, Phoenix neighborhoods were constructed on the edges of the downtown core, fit with trolley lines, water canals, broad front porches, and deep overhangs. But car-centric/developer-driven development since 1950 broke the neighborhoods apart with freeway construction and the allure of cheap housing in commuter suburbs. Yet, while downtown Phoenix lost it’s pulse, the historic neighborhoods still exist in downtown and retain the character of days past. Today they are contributing positively to the regeneration of the city’s urban pulse. The Hoover House is essentially an urban-infill project within a single-family home property. The site is located in the Ashland Historic District near the downtown core. The project consists of an addition and remodel of an existing 1924 home that demonstrates a common predicament within historic district neighborhoods. They are ideal places to live due to the proximity of transportation, community and civic centers, as well as the integrity of established neighborhoods, mature landscaping, and quality home construction. However, the home sizes are not conducive to modern family requirements and amenities. The clients expressed a desire to remain in their current home but asked for a dramatic increase in living space without reducing the quality of their outdoor living space. In the end, [merz]project maintained a historic treasure and guaranteed its future viability through inventive interpretation of preservation, innovative design, and a commitment to its urban, community, and environmental context.

DESIGN CONCEPT

The Hoover House was designed as a response to the existing historic house, not as an imitation of it. By designing an addition that is clearly different than the original, the value of the original is enhanced. Furthermore, the original 1924 home is historic because it was a result of its time and context, in the same vein the addition was designed and built to be timeless in its innovation, materiality, and simplicity. With this in mind, [merz]project developed a new addition that creates a dialogue with the existing residence through experiences of thresholds, gardens, materials and light. By utilizing similar structural systems and archetypal forms, but clearly different materials, the resulting zinc-clad extension possesses a timeless quality that merges with the traditional character of the original red brick bungalow. The addition is simply a rectangular volume with a gable roof. The home is now entered within the garden space between the old and new house. At this knuckle condition, the resulting glazed vestibule has an indoor/outdoor quality that introduces the common idea inherent throughout the rest of the home: walls always serve a purpose other than merely dividing space. Walls are utilized as storage, space-defining sculptural elements, and masses that contain private functions. The abundant glass on the home’s perimeter obviously dissolves the intuitive structural character of a wall. Additionally, thick masses of blue-stone “float” within the envelope and loosely delineate traditional spaces such as a living room and master bedroom. Rich walnut millwork extends from the old front door to the opposite end of the addition and alternates between utilitarian function and threshold conditions. The old house was cellular with distinct space for distinct functions. Contrary to this, the new addition has clear programmatic conditions that are defined by the presence or absence of functional masses of walnut or blue stone. The voids, such as the 24 foot wide opening in the main living space, reach into the existing landscape creating indoor/outdoor rooms that fully utilize the extraordinary desert climate in the autumn, winter, and spring seasons. Through its responsiveness to location, history, site, and environment, the Hoover House is the first home in the downtown historic neighborhoods to re-vision what “historic” means and creates a new vision for modern, efficient, environmentally responsive urban-living in the fastest-growing city in the United States. It represents the new history of the New American City.

SYSTEMS

The act of constructing a building is the single greatest symbol of our ability to physically affect change in the world and we believe that responsible design and construction processes are as important as the end product. Our commitment to the environment is witnessed through the multiple projects that we have designed and submitted through US Green Building Council’s rigorous LEED accreditation process. The concepts explored through the LEED accreditation process are employed in the Hoover House. This is an infill project where the site was minimally disturbed. There was an existing grade change in the site due to the old water canal located at the South end of the property. In order to direct water away from the house, a raised terrace was constructed at the rear of the property to negotiate the existing slope and the house is situated in a bed of pea gravel and permeable pavers to allow proper drainage. The drought tolerant turf and plantings require minimal watering, monitored by an drip irrigation system and a rain delay controller. Located along the new Light Rail line and near a station, the unique location of the home will allow for the homeowners to reduce their need for an extra vehicle. The family of  four will be able to utilize the new public transportation for daily needs such as getting to and from work and daily errands. Many aspects of the material and systems selection and construction methods employ energy saving ideas. A formaldehyde-free environment was achieved by utilizing the concrete slab as a finished surface, existing wood flooring, and non-toxic custom cabinetry. Non-petroleum bases finishes and sealers were used on the millwork and flooring. Low VOC paint was used on the small amount of drywall utilized in the home. Low-E insulated glass units are installed throughout the new addition. High-density spray-in foam was applied in the new walls and ceiling, as well as in the existing attic space. The orientation and location of glazing on the building increase natural daylighting, reducing the need for artificial lighting. During the majority of the year, the location of window openings allows the homeowners to enjoy the use of cross ventilation for passive cooling. The entire home has been outfitted with a high-volume central heating and air-conditioning system, with programmable thermostats. The home is also equipped with low flow plumbing fixtures and a high efficiency water heater. The exterior skins are clad in high performance recyclable materials including zinc corrugated panels. This cladding system on the addition is a “breathing” skin that traps heat outside of the building envelope and, through convection, exhausts the hot air. The corrugated zinc also effectively “shades” the structure and reduces water and air infiltration. Through a modest selection of natural interior finishes and restraint in size, the home efficiently services the homeowners and has a low impact on the environment.

55 E HOOVER AVE Phoenix, AZ 85004

Beds/Baths: 3 / 3 SF: 2,600 / Owner Year Built: 1924 Pool: None EF: 33FRXOS Approx Lot SqFt: 10,410 / County Assessor Apx Lot Size Range: 10,001 – 12,500 Level: Single Level Dwelling Type: Single Family – Detached

Mid-century modern classic. COMPLETE REMODEL – EVERYTHING NEW. Large N/S lot in cul-de-sac of immaculately kept homes. Quiet and private w/Piestawa views yet close to everything in Madison. Newer contemporary kitchen with stainless Kitchen Aid appliances including gas cooktop. Light drenched great room with 20′ of floor to ceiling glass overlooking pebbletech pool. 12×24 modern porcelain tile throughout living areas. Split master with private patio and luxury bath w/spa tub,granite walled dual head shower & large walk-in closet. Lushly landscaped huge yard on sprinkler and drip with covered patio. New windows, doors and 14seer HVAC.  Click here for more information

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OR Call Don & Maureen for a private tour of this posh pad!  602-795-2260

This classic contemporary house was designed and built by the husband and wife team of K&I Homes.  It is classic in the sense that it is a timeless design that will always be looked at as modern or contemporary, even decades from now.  Inspired by the Bauhaus and International style modernist movement from the early to mid-20^th century, the design is characterized by straight edges and smooth rectilinear forms in a balanced composition that expresses the volume of open interior spaces.

The house has a demanding but sophisticated street presence.  The green grass field provides a contrasting setting for the house from the street.

The walkway leading up to the front door is a series of large exposed aggregate concrete squares, with purple plum trees in large concrete planters on one side, and a row of Japanese Privets on the other – screening the full-sized badminton/volleyball court on the west side.  Another row of Japanese Privets screens the parking and a full-regulation sized ½ basketball court on the east side of the front yard.

A 24 foot wide wall of tall glass sliding doors opens up from the living room to a large sunken patio in the front.  The patio features a circular fire pit and a 20+ foot long water feature with smooth white pebbles, and sandblasted limestone that also provides privacy and screens the patio from street view.

The 2-story living and dining room is the focal point of this home.  Located in the middle of the ground floor, everything either opens or looks on to this impressive space with real or implied separation of adjacent spaces.

The entry looks into the living room, but is separated by a partial wall with a caesarstone clad open flame linear gas fireplace.  The kitchen area is also open to the living room, but visually separated by the appliance wall.  The loft and office area overlooks the living room from the floor above through a continuous glass railing.

The windows of the house are custom-made Jeld-Wen wooden windows with high-performance Low-E glass, stained on the inside and metal-clad on the exterior.  The 11-foot high sliding glass doors open to the entire room to the front patio and the long linear water feature at the front of the house.

The wood flooring is Sable-colored Maple, with wooden baseboards to match the custom millwork.

Modern leather furniture from Copenhagen, and back painted plexiglass art from the Phoenix Art Group complete the picture.

The kitchen design follows the same geometric principles of the main house.  The 12-foot long kitchen island, as well as the wall and soffit that wrap the refrigerator and cabinets, actually mimic the roof line and massing of the main house exterior.

The kitchen cabinets, like all of the cabinets in the home, were custom made in Italy by Maistri with gray oak veneer.  The simplicity and style features an integrated groove pull handle on the base units, which along with the strong shapes, creates a vigorous rhythm throughout.

The countertops and window sills are made with Caesarstone throughout the entire house.  The backsplash features olive green mosaic marble and wood paneling.

The flooring, like all other tile areas of the home, is Batigue Blue Limestone – quarried to order in Italy and honed finished and sealed.

The top of the line appliance package includes:

• 48” side by side Sub Zero Refrigerator
• Miele Induction Range and Hood
• 2 Miele Dishwashers
• 2 Miele Convection Ovens
• 2 Miele Speed Ovens (Convection/Microwave combination)
• Built-in and plumbed Miele Coffee Maker

The lighting design for the house includes over 200 recessed Halogen lights, suspension lights with resin-encapsulated fabric, and indirect accent lighting.  All of the lighting is controlled by radio frequency typr dimmers with unlimited adjustment and synchronizing abilities.

The entire 1800 square foot second floor is the master retreat, including a loft and office area.

Scheduling continues for Georgia Bates’ home and studio, while two wonderful couples get their financing in order and dream about buying this stellar parcel in the Coronado Neighborhood.  One thing’s for sure, once a buyer steps behind the walls of this live-work compound, it’s hard for them to leave again.  We showed this property five times this weekend, to two couples.  Both understandably wanted to see the spaces during the day, and again in the evening.  The night showings were my favorites.

Georgia lit candles in the gardens and had jazz music piping through the studio, home and outdoor spaces.  It was a beautiful weekend, too – so, we actually even enjoyed the outdoor fireplace!  As I stood at the large glass paned doors of her studio and looked across the courtyard into her main living area, I tried -once again- to figure out how I could own this place.  Alas, all signs point to “no” for now.

Georgia even stacks firewood with an artistic flair!  I’ve been a HUGE fan of her style for years – and I’m in good company!  Although Georgia has had praises from some of the top designers and critics in the industry, this one sums it up perfectly: “Work that seems deliberately poised… yet remarkably relaxed and always magnificently woven with history and memories of years layered upon years… At the end of the day, Georgia’s designs smile at you.” Can you tell I’m a fan of her work?

At any rate, I’m convinced that one of these buyers will be the proud owner of a timeless piece of property.  There’s still time to throw your hat in the ring, so if you’ve been toying with the idea of buying an incredible property like this, call me before it’s too late!  – After all is said and done, I just hope that the new buyers invite me over once and awhile.  I’m going to miss this place…

Natasha’s home was just as busy as her mom’s was this weekend.  Kids chased the dog around the pool and grassy back lawn as parents wandered through the Art Modern property and measured rooms for their own furniture.  As one of the admirers stated, “This isn’t a short sale?  I thought that homes like this would cost more money.”

Classic – well thought out design doesn’t have to be expensive!  There have been quite a few example of “Homes Gone Wrong” on the market lately.  Properties that have been remodeled and added on to without any thought as to how the “flow” would be for the new owners.  It’s unfortunate, because with a little planning, these smaller homes could get a much needed addition that fits beautifully with the original footprint of the home (and property) and doesn’t scream “last minute idea” at new buyers.  This home is a great example of what additions SHOULD be…  Offers are brewing, so come and see this fantastic space while there’s still time!

So, that’s about it for this weekend.. Oh, I finally found Dr. Jill a house that she loves!  It’s a charming Tudor in the Willo Historic District.  The offer is in and we’re just waiting to hear back from the seller’s agent, Tom… Dr. Jill, my fingers are crossed too!

Have a great week everyone…
Don 602-795-2260