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Edward Vivanco
Custom crafted by FiftySeventh+7th of Carnegie Homes, this modern/transitional home exudes a gentle elegance with 7,051 square feet spanning 3 floors and offers the latest in technology and design. Features include an elevator and Control 4 home automation system with thermostat controls, lighting, cameras, and Klipsche speakers throughout home
The floor plan has been thoughtfully designed to incorporate open entertaining spaces and a strong indoor/outdoor connection with abundantly landscaped exteriors, a ground floor courtyard, and a second floor patio. Here, retractable 10' glass doors fully integrate the great room and the outdoor living room.
Past a custom 10’ steel and glass front door, the foyer opens to a commanding white oak and iron floating staircase set against 3 stories of wood framed low-e windows. The elevator, pictured to the right, offers easy access to all levels of the home.
The grand room features a tongue and groove wood planked ceiling, statement 2-tiered Restoration Hardware chandelier, white oak floors, and a wall of 10' retractable glass door which open to the outdoor living room for grand entertaining.
The central focal point of the great room is the commanding gas fireplace and the floor-to-ceiling bookmatched Calacatta porcelain slab surround. The flanking built-ins offer hidden storage, additional shelving and varied display options.
Shown here with the sliding glass doors fully retracted, this covered space acts as a continuation of the great room with its detailed ceiling and encourages a deep indoor/outdoor connection. The covered patio area showcases oversize windows, an overhead fan, and speakers integrated into the whole-home Control4 automation.
The ground floor offers an ideal flow between the varied entertaining spaces. The great room is convenient to the outdoor living room, a private powder bath, and accesses the grand, open-concept kitchen and dining area.
The kitchen features floor-to-ceiling custom cabinetry with contemporary Emtek pulls, Brizo plumbing, and sleek slab cabinet fronts. Contrasting white quartzite and black marble countertops and backsplash further add to the dynamic space.
The standout feature in this open kitchen is the oversized geometric quartzite island which offers additional workspace and an oak breakfast bar with seating for 6.
The gourmet kitchen features a stainless steel Subzero and Wolf appliance package with cabinet-front SubZero refrigerator and freezer, 48” Wolf Range with cooktop and double oven, Wolf microwave drawer, and 24” Cove panel-front dishwasher
The breakfast room features an antiqued metal dome pendant, walls of windows, and offers access to the mudroom and attached two car garage.
The chef's kitchen opens to the formal dining and breakfast. The built-out mudroom and attached garage are tucked away past the far door for easy unloading and access. 
Walls of windows in the open-concept living and dining areas fill the space with natural light.
The formal dining features a Cristallo polished quartzite bar with storage as well as custom built in shelving and open display shelves. 
Hardwood white oak flooring gleams in the sunlight. A linear hand-fluted Restoration Hardware chandelier further illuminates the space.
The light and bright second floor primary bedroom features a custom tray ceiling with statement Restoration Hardware light fixture, a wall of windows overlooking the central covered patio, and additional transom windows.
This expansive space offers opportunity for varied seating vignettes. The window seating area, for example, is further accented by a designated tray ceiling feature.
This view of the master shows the open views to the central patio. All secondary bedrooms are tucked down a hallway opposite this exterior space for added privacy and solitude. The second floor game room and laundry are located past the double doors shown here.
The show-stopping master bath features 60x120 book-matched white Calacatta porcelain slab cladding and floors as well as a separate walk-in shower and elegant soaking tub with handheld sprayer, dual vanities, and access to dual closets.
This alternate view of the primary bath highlights the dual vanities with imported vanity tops and undermount sinks as well as the Restoration Hardware lighting package. 
The Calacatta spa-suite shower features body sprays, an overhead rain shower head, and handheld sprayers.
Deluxe closets each feature custom boutique-style furnishings, varied organization solutions, and center packing islands with additional storage. This closet features a separate make-up vanity area as well.
This alternate view of the closet shows more of the builder's precise fabrication including custom drawers, dressers, built in shoe display, hidden storage, and mirror-front panels.
The central island and built-in customized storage provide a stylish combination of functionality and elegant design. Transom windows in both closets allow for natural light without sacrificing privacy.
The second floor surrounds this central patio area with walls of windows which fill the home with light.
The first-floor Junior Suite features a luxurious en-suite bath, walk-in closet, and access to the courtyard and patio areas.
The only bedroom downstairs, this Junior Suite is decked out with luxury finishes and features including statement lighting from Restoration Hardware, an elegant bath, oversize closet with custom built-ins, and 10' sliding glass doors.
A wet bar with sink, 15’’ SubZero ice maker, 24’’ SubZero under-counter beverage refrigerator, and built-in shelves and storage offers additional convenience in this second floor entertaining and recreation area.
The second floor game room opens to the covered patio via retractable 10' glass doors.
Located at the front of the home on the first floor, the private office features a modern light fixture, large windows, and a framed-in coffered ceiling.
Museum-quality premium Level 5 walls throughout the home are ideal for art display.
The home's iconic floating staircase features Restoration Hardware lighting including a handmade dropped cathedral brass chandelier and RH wall sconces.
Secondary bedrooms all feature hardwood floors, high ceilings, and large windows. 
This secondary bath features a frameless walk-in shower, sleek cabinetry with quartz countertops and built-ins, and polished chrome Brizo fixtures. All secondary baths are outfitted with custom Spanish and Italian tile. 
This third floor bedroom suite features hardwood floors, high ceilings, and cleverly-placed windows.
The third floor pre-wired media room features lush carpeting, a tray ceiling, and additional soundproofing. A hidden panel door leads to the gym or hobby room.
This third floor home gym / flex space features hardwood floors and coffered skylights. The adjacent third floor bathroom is located nearby for convenience.
The summer kitchen is complete with high end appliances including a 36’’ Wolf outdoor gas grill, Monarch outdoor range hood, and 24’’ Subzero under-counter refrigerator.
The lovely fenced European-style courtyard is a private oasis with low-maintenance turf, blueberry Japanese hedges, and an elaborate professionally designed and installed landscape package. This space offers plenty of room for a future cocktail pool as well. 
The home offers extensive elevated outdoor finishes including the custom retaining wall in front yard, professional landscaping, sprinkler system, and abundant landscape lighting throughout.
Ideally located on a large corner lot and set back with an elevated retaining wall in the front and fully fenced with 13 stone columns and custom iron details, this home features varied outdoor areas which feel wholly private.
The double-wide paver driveway leads to the attached 2-car garage with automatic glass door and finished epoxy flooring.Stunning modern-transitional by Carnegie Homes on corner lot. Past a custom 10’ steel door, the foyer opens to a commanding floating staircase set against 3 stories of wood framed windows. With a strong indoor/outdoor connection, the floor plan wraps around a courtyard-style patio w/full summer kitchen. Standout entertaining features incl. great rm w/book matched Calacatta fireplace, built-ins & a wood-plank ceiling.Chef’s kitchen w/SubZero&Wolf appliances, Opus white quartzite countertops & quartzite+oak island. Dining w/built-ins, & Cristallo quartzite bar. 5 bedrooms include a suite, 3 large secondary, & an extravagant primary w/tray ceiling, sitting area, & a show-stopping bath w/60x120 book-matched white Calacatta porcelain slab cladding+floors, separate spa-suite shower+tub, dual vanities+dual closets. Additional features incl. coffered study, game rm+wet bar, pre-wired media rm and gym w/coffered skylights. Control4 automation security/cameras/audio/wiring for low-v shades.
| District: | Houston |
| Elementary School: | River Oaks Elementary School   Excellent |  |
| Middle School: | Lanier Middle School Excellent | |
| High School: | Lamar High School  Good | |
| Tax Year | Cost/sqft | Market Value | Change | Tax Assessment | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $289.99 | $2,044,749 | -37.15% | $2,044,749 | -37.15% |
| 2022 | $461.40 | $3,253,317 | 125.69% | $3,253,317 | 125.69% |
| 2021 | $204.44 | $1,441,511 | -35.17% | $1,441,511 | -35.17% |
| 2020 | $315.33 | $2,223,362 | 124.90% | $2,223,362 | 124.90% |
| 2019 | $140.21 | $988,596 | 17.84% | $988,596 | 17.84% |
| 2018 | $118.98 | $838,909 | 21.88% | $838,909 | 21.88% |
| 2017 | $97.62 | $688,291 | 0.00% | $688,291 | 4.34% |
| 2016 | $97.62 | $688,291 | 0.00% | $659,679 | 10.00% |
| 2015 | $97.62 | $688,291 | 16.11% | $599,709 | 10.00% |
| 2014 | $84.07 | $592,781 | 19.60% | $545,190 | 10.00% |
| 2013 | $70.29 | $495,628 | 10.00% | $495,628 | 10.00% |
| 2012 | $63.90 | $450,571 | $450,571 |
2023 Harris County Appraisal District Tax Value |
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|---|---|
| Market Land Value: | $891,191 |
| Market Improvement Value: | $1,153,558 |
| Total Market Value: | $2,044,749 |
2023 Tax Rates |
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| HOUSTON ISD: | 0.8683 % |
| HARRIS COUNTY: | 0.3501 % |
| HC FLOOD CONTROL DIST: | 0.0311 % |
| PORT OF HOUSTON AUTHORITY: | 0.0057 % |
| HC HOSPITAL DIST: | 0.1434 % |
| HC DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: | 0.0048 % |
| HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE: | 0.0922 % |
| HOUSTON CITY OF: | 0.5192 % |
| Total Tax Rate: | 2.0148 % |
