The rustic elegance of stone, copper, and vertical board and batten siding come together in this contemporary lodge-like home designed for gracious, casual living. From the custom steel entry doors embellished with a grape motif, to the beamed ceilings, wood floors, and rich patinas on metal, the emphasis is on chic, casual, comfort. Chihuly glass sculptures elevate light fixtures to fine art. A custom cooper hood over the kitchen island underscores exquisite detailing.
Tucked away behind a secret bedroom closet door, the underground wine cellar allows undisturbed aging. Outdoors, a generous cedar deck invites gatherings in the rear yard a line of fire contained in a custom Corten linear pit welcomes in the front yard. Zoned heating and cooling allow compartmented climate control indoors, while an artificial turf dog run keeps canines well-exercised outdoors.
Set in the foothills of Saratoga, this stunning two-story Tuscan villa has a spectacular view of the city lights. Designed to be both beautiful and family-friendly, the large kitchen with limestone floors leads to the cozy family room featuring clearstory windows. The room opens to the loggia and outdoor fireplace area with ample space for entertaining.
Additional features are the serene pool, the master bath’s luxurious soaking tub and the stone barrel vault ceiling leading to the wine cellar. The owners personalized the home with a light filled art studio, a man-cave for the ingenious engineer and a whimsical laundry room.
Located in Saratoga, this provincial jewel box has a stone-clad façade, complete with a covered porch entry. The rustic gourmet kitchen features vaulted ceilings, a custom-made copper vent hood, a built-in Meile coffee bar, and plenty of room to sit and enjoy culinary creations. The great room has exposed beam ceilings with skylights, and the formal living room includes a wood-burning stove to evoke old world charm.
The real star of this home is the outdoor entertainment pavilion – the heated patio slab features a built-in barbecue center and an outdoor kitchen with teak cabinetry. With stunning water features in both the front and back yards, this home was meant to entertain as well as be a sanctuary.
Originally built in the ’80s, we completely gutted and renovated this Saratoga home, which has views of the bay. Set into the hillside, it has three floors, and a four car garage. Built for a family with many children, the 2.7 acre site is fully developed to allow the kids room to roam.
Conrado also installed the pools and landscaping for this project. The backyard has both a plunge pool with slide, as well as an adjacent lap pool. Spectacular in scope, the pools truly make you feel like you are in Disneyland.
