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The remarkable story of this remodel begins in San Francisco where the home was originally built in 1904. Then in 1925 the house was lifted from its location and sent on a barge down the bay to Atherton, where it was placed among towering heritage oak trees and ornamental azaleas and camellias. The ageing structure was stripped down to its framing and had its foundation replaced before being transformed into the beautiful home that now stands. Two wings were added on either side to expand the home, creating an open space for an expansive kitchen and family room on one side of the house, and a master suite with his and hers bathrooms on the other. Ornate moldings vary by room, exemplifying the custom craftsmanship throughout this American neoclassical home. The white wood-paneled walls and exquisitely detailed archways lead guests from room to room to take on sights such as hand-stitched wall coverings and gorgeous chandeliers. This home also features an artist studio in the backyard. Shaped like a barn and with numerous large windows, this studio provides a space to create while overlooking the pool and the well-manicured landscape.

Palo Alto Net Zero Energy Craftsman

Palo Alto Spanish Estate

This Palo Alto home’s traditional Spanish influence can be seen in the multi-level roofing, complete with red terra cotta tiles. The home’s period-inspired architecture is accented by loft ceilings, plaster walls, and an open floor plan. Featuring a grand entryway with a recessed quatrefoil window and decorative grille work, this home combines art and entertainment.

In the basement is a custom-designed entertainment area, complete with a home theater with plush recliners, a full wet bar, and billiards and foosball tables. There are special details throughout the home, including hand-wrought iron staircase railings, a barrel ceiling in the dining room, and a glass tile mosaic in the basement near the bar. The beautifully landscaped backyard features a tiled patio entertaining area shaded by a custom trellis.

Los Altos Contemporary

Los Altos Eclectic Shingle

The Los Altos Eclectic Shingle really takes us back. Tailored and contemporary, this shingle style Craftsman home presents a tasteful, understated profile in warm taupe, crisply trimmed in white with black accents. The all-electric kitchen with stone counters, cooktop island, custom stainless hood, and streamlined lighting, takes advantage of the home’s imperceptible photovoltaic array energy supply.

Barrel ceilings with hidden lighting in the kitchen and dining area add to the spacious feel, leading to wood-framed glass doors opening onto large concrete patio squares. The game room invites viewing on an 85″ screen from plush leather recliners or bar seating, with game table, wet bar, and prep area. Spacious and light, the master suite echoes the barrel ceilings and wood trimmed glass doors, opening to flawless landscaping. A dedicated server room provides access throughout the home and beyond.

Los Altos Hills Winery

This 12-acre Los Altos Hills Tuscan-style beauty was the Conrado Company’s first winery. Designed with the environment in mind, the winery was built using reclaimed lumber ceiling beams and bamboo floors. Custom touches include a stone-clad tasting room, plenty of underground storage, and a large processing area.

The structure itself has several features to help streamline the wine-making and bottling process – exposed truss ceilings, premium ventilation, tons of natural light, and large carriage house-style garage doors for easy deliveries and shipping.