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  The view of Buffalo Bayou is rivaled only by the estate’s contemporary masterpiece of steel, concrete, and glass by renowned architects Stern & Bucek. The grand entry’s massive reception area and wall of glass overlooks a wetland wildlife reserve, lined with a forest of trees, providing exceptional privacy. The gourmet kitchen is an entertainer’s dream. A golden onyx island seems to glow, flanked by breathtaking cabinetry of zebra and limba wood, created by Brocksteins Inc., acclaimed nationwide for impeccable cabinetry. A smart home with a geothermal 18 unit system for heating and cooling, Savant Home Automation to manage the home’s technology, and exterior shades that automatically adjust to the sun, for interior constant temperature.  

Expanding over four and a half acres, this colossal estate in the exclusive Homewoods enclave, the crown jewel of prestigious River Oaks, is a once in generations offering. Adagio is a masterful collaboration with world renowned Robert AM Stern architects that elegantly balances both grandeur and intimacy. Highlighting elements of classic Italian design and baroque details, with an emphasis on life outdoors through the many gardens and terraces perched high above the Bayou River.

 Unrivaled River Oaks modern Tudor showplace features extensive upgrades, smart home features and sophisticated indoor-outdoor living in Country Club Estates. Sophistication abounds with refinished hardwood, limestone, mahogany millwork, Segreto plaster walls and LED lighting throughout. Exquisite formal living and dining, elite gourmet kitchen with breakfast room, family room, library, new study, wine cellar, home theater, gym, game room and more. Masterful owner's retreat with two baths and walk-in closets. Lavish secondary suites plus guest suite with private entry. One-acre resort-like grounds filled with lush lawns, a pond, herb garden, boxwoods and a sparkling pool and spa. Savant and Lutron controls, generator, security, integrated audio. Gated drive and six-car garage. Brick facade, slate roof and exterior lighting add to the extraordinary curb appeal. Close to River Oaks Country Club, Memorial Park, Galleria, Downtown and Energy Corridor. 

A serene sanctuary encompassing over 4.4+ acres in scale privately positioned at the end of the coveted Circle Bluff cul-de-sac in close-in Memorial. Nationally acclaimed Visbeen Architects designed this remarkable retreat on a gentle curve to maximize views of the sublime woodland setting combining walls of glass with soaring ceiling heights supported by towering timber beams and trusses. Tremendous topography enhanced by the landscaping design of Johnny Steele surrounds a cascading creek with rock waterfalls creating a world of its own with natural borders provided by Spring Creek and Buffalo Bayou beyond. Primary Suite and Guest Suite down. 2 Guest Suites up with central Lounge, Fitness Center, Game/Media Room, and a pair of 2-Bedroom Guest Apartments placed at opposite ends of the structure. Elevator-installed. Home Generator. Slate Roof. Sizable motor court with porte-cochere and additional off-street parking leads to a pair of garages with accommodations for up to seven vehicles.

This new construction home is on a one-plus acre lot in a prime River Oaks location near Lazy Lane. Designed by Robert Dame, the home appeals to contemporary or traditional taste. Impressive foyer has two-story ceilings with gallery view to backyard pool. Open stair hall with elegant descending limestone staircase. Wet bar with custom mid-century style millwork. Dining room with glass display to the climate controlled wine room. Large family room with wood beamed ceiling opens to spacious kitchen. Kitchen equipped with high-grade appliances and large center island, plus a secondary caterers kitchen. Library with block paneled ceiling. Primary suite on first floor with sitting area views outdoors. Exquisite primary bath with excellent closet space. Secondary bedrooms, guest suite or quarters, and game room upstairs. Expansive back yard with pool and summer kitchen. Fully gated with circular drive and four-car garage. Main house 12,024 sq. ft. + 1,606 guest apartment (per appraiser).

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 Beautiful River Oaks Blvd custom home designed by Robert Dame situated on a corner lot of nearly 1 acre (could be full gated.) This warm and inviting home has large entertaining and living spaces and offers 4-6 bedrooms in the main home plus an additional 2-story guest home with over 1900 sq ft of additional living space with great room, wet bar, wine grotto and upper level guest suite. Third floor Gameroom with full bathroom and abundant storage. Gourmet Island Kitchen open to Den and Breakfast Room. Primary Suite with two custom closets and separate luxurious baths. Lovely, custom finishes and high ceilings throughout. Elevator to all 3 floors. Full home generator. Poolside Pavilion with outdoor fireplace. Summer Kitchen. Gated Motor Court leads to 3-car garage and additional