1740 N Winchester Ave.

Award winning Studio Dwell Architects created this chic contemporary home located on one of Bucktown's premier streets. Steel, glass, brick and wood are artistically combined to create this bespoke residence. A stunning floating staircase anchors the home and sets the stage for the minimal modern design.The main floor was thoughtfully designed above ground level to offer privacy and increased light. The Living room and dining spaces are anchored by an exposed brick wall and linear fireplace. Wide plank walnut flooring throughout complimented by stunning walnut feature walls. Designer lighting featuring custom Bocci, Apparatus and Tom Dixon fixtures. Chef's kitchen with honed marble counter tops, Heath designer tile back splash, floor to ceiling European cabinets and banquette by Leicht, Wolf-6 burner range with double oven, Sub-Zero refrigerator, wine cooler and beverage drawers, Meile dishwasher and built-in coffee center. Family room designed with a wall of custom mill work cabinets, display shelving and a wood burning fireplace. Floor to ceiling windows overlook the walk out grass backyard and outdoor deck with fire feature, Wolf grilling, outdoor speakers, and multiple seating areas perfect for entertaining. The second level features two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and walk in closets as well as a third bedroom (currently used as an office) and a large laundry room. The top floor master suite captures the city skyline and is a homeowner's oasis. The large master bath has a feature wall of designer tile, a separate soaking tub and skylight feature. The suite includes a large walk-in closet with custom built-in cabinets and wet bar with Sub Zero beverage center, Sub Zero ice maker, and Miele dishwasher for easy entertaining. Private roof-top terrace with a built-in seating, fire table and neighborhood and city skyline views. The lower level includes a large light-filled gym, a guest bedroom with en-suite bath and a play room which can become a sixth bedroom. The underground breezeway/mudroom provides direct access to the heated two car garage. The home has two furnaces, each with HEPA filtration and humidifiers, that provide heating and cooling as well as a radiant heat system throughout the lower level, the breezeway, the garage, and also provides snow melt for the entry walkway. This home is brought to life and controlled by an Elan controller, Lutron lighting, Lutron shades, and whole home AV system. The professional landscaped yard is watered by an irrigation system as well as monitored by HD cameras and security system. The home is also equipped with a Guardian fire protection sprinkler system. Located in Chicago's famed neighborhood of Bucktown this home is close to the city's best shops, restaurants, transportation and the 606. This home's attention to detail and nuanced balance of poetic architecture and style is truly a pleasure to show.