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A Special Publication and Collection of Luxury Homes in Northern Illinois

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On behalf of the 3,800 RE/MAXagents in Northern Illinois, I want toextend a warm welcome as youexplore the first issue of RE/MAXRenowned Properties magazine. Thispublication is unique because it ismore than just a catalogue of luxury

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JIM MERRION

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LOCAL FAMILY WINSFLOORING MAKEOVER

‘Flooring By Design’ Launches New Store with Special Giveaway for Lucky Family

When Laurie Woods first entered theFlooring By Design store in

Algonquin Commons, she was truly “justlooking.” She was intrigued to find aflooring store amongst the fashion anddécor retailers of the new open-air malland was curious to see inside.Additionally, she had in mind to gatherinformation for an upcoming homeflooring project.

“We needed carpet in the family room,and I just wanted to see what the storehad available,” Mrs. Woods explains.

With five children—ranging from 1st to8th grade, the Woods had needed newflooring in the family room for a while.Of course, the family is “always busy” andcautious of the budget. Thus, the projectwas on hold, awaiting the right timingand circumstances.

Amidst her casual browsing, Mrs. Woodsentered a special drawing for the chance


TODAY ’S FLOORING TRENDS

What are some top trends in flooringtoday? Here are insights on what yourneighbors are purchasing for theirfloors—straight from the Flooring ByDesign team.

WOOD you believe it?With improved designs and technolo-gy, today’s laminate flooring offersauthentic wood looks for any room ofthe home—even high traffic familyareas. Thanks to easy-to-install gluelesslocking systems, the floors go down ina snap and look great for years.

VersaTILEToday’s tile options are vast and cus-tomizable. A wise investment forlong-term beauty and resale value, tilecan be installed in creative patterns,with trims and decorative pieces forenhancement. Homeowners are wel-coming larger sizes, mosaics anddeeper colors on floors and walls.

Carpet’s NEWtrals While homeowners continue to preferneutral colors in carpets, the trend is toadd a hint of interest for a more cus-tom, casual look. Carpets with tone ontone colorations, subtle patterns andflecks of color are great for adding adash of designer style to any room.

to win $5,000 of installed flooring. Sheleft the store pleased to have found someproducts for consideration, as well assome useful tips on measuring and pric-ing. When the “timing and circum-stances” aligned, she would be ready tomove forward.

To Mrs. Woods’ great fortune, timingand circumstance aligned in a most unex-pected way. Her name was randomlydrawn as the winner of Flooring ByDesign’s Grand Opening Giveaway. TheWoods family will soon have new carpetprofessionally installed in the familyroom—a much needed and appreciatedupdate for a large and active family.

“We’re so pleased such a deserving familywas the lucky winner,” says KirstenBaseley, partner in Flooring By Design.

The Woods prize—valued at $5,000 inproduct and installation services—will sup-ply them with the 1,000 square feet of car-pet they need to freshen the family room.As the center of their home’s activity, thenew carpet will greatly impact the feel ofthe gathering area for the five children.

“The kids are so excited,” says Mrs.Woods. “So is my husband!”

ABOUT FLOORING BY DESIGN

Flooring By Design is a growing retailerof flooring and installation services. TheAlgonquin Commons store is the compa-ny’s third location, joining sites in LakeZurich and Hoffman Estates. Accordingto Flooring By Design partner KirstenBasely, location, selection and presenta-tion are the keys to reaching consumersin a new era of home product shopping.

“Flooring By Design stores are in the midstof everyone’s favorite shopping spots,”explains Baseley. “We offer all things floor-ing right where consumers go to findupscale fashion and style products.”

The stores offer a vast selection of prod-ucts—carpets, laminates, wood, tile,stone—in a boutique setting. Attractively,logically arranged displays make browsingsimple. Consumers can see and touchproducts, with the benefit of knowledge-able sales staff on hand. Additionally,Flooring By Design offers complete con-sultation and installation services.

“Our team knows flooring—and we givesuggestions, guidance and ideas, saysBaseley. “We are a trusted resource rightin the neighborhood…a convenient, one-stop shop for flooring.”


Most collectors of wine don’t startout with a wine cellar and try to fill

it up. They purchase a few bottles, whenthey find a vintage they like they mightpurchase a case. They may visit a wineryand purchase some wine. They may havefriends that share some of their“favorites”. Eventually the owner beginsto consider how he can store his growingcollection and maintain it properly.

This is where APEX Wine Cellars canbecome your wine cellar expert. We havebeen building wine cellars since 1984.We have designed, manufactured andinstalled wine cellars in all 50 states,Europe, and the Far East. Although webuild some very large cellars the majorityof our cellars are less than 1000 bottles.We have converted unused spaces such asold closets, or under the stairs, or underthe front porch, into cellars. The processis the same for wherever space you selectfor your cellar.

First, you need to decide if you want tocool the room. There are various wayssuch as through the wall (similar to awindow air conditioner), split systems(similar to a home air conditioner), andother unique equipment designed to overcome a specific problem. You want tokeep the room at about 55-60 degreesand about 70% humidity.

Second, you need to properly vapor bar-rier and insulate the room. A 6ml plasticvapor barrier needs to cover all the walls& ceiling. Then you need to apply R13insulation to the walls and R19 insulationto the ceiling. You can then apply eitherdry wall, T&G wood paneling, or stone

for a finish surface depending on the lookyou are trying to achieve.

Third, you will need to install an exteriorgrade door. Remember you are trying tobuild a room size refrigerator so you donot want any cold air escaping around thedoor. If you have a viewing window itmust be thermal pane.

Fourth, you can select anything exceptcarpeting for your floor covering.

Even if you choose not to cool the room,build it like you were going to cool it.Later you may change your mind. It isrelatively cheep, in the beginning, to addinsulation and vapor barrier and veryexpensive to add it later. If you are won-dering how big to build, we suggest thatyou count the number of bottles you cur-rently have and multiply it by three.

Apex offers four species of wood WesternRed Cedar, All Heart Redwood, and twotypes of Mahogany. They are structurallythe same the differences are primarilycolor. The racking material is unfinished(like the furniture you would get at thefinish it your self stores). The theory is ifyou paint, stain, or varnish the rackingthe odor, over time, will penetrate thecork and spoil the wine.

It makes no difference if you are lookingfor a plain storage room or a show placewhere you can bring friends. The con-struction specifications are the same.

If the time has come to get organized,give us a call and we would be happy toassist you through the process.

Most collectors of wine don’t startout with a wine cellar and try to fill

it up. They purchase a few bottles, whenthey find a vintage they like they mightpurchase a case. They may visit a wineryand purchase some wine. They may havefriends that share some of their“favorites”. Eventually the owner beginsto consider how he can store his growingcollection and maintain it properly.

This is where APEX Wine Cellars canbecome your wine cellar expert. We havebeen building wine cellars since 1984.We have designed, manufactured andinstalled wine cellars in all 50 states,Europe, and the Far East. Although webuild some very large cellars the majorityof our cellars are less than 1000 bottles.We have converted unused spaces such asold closets, or under the stairs, or underthe front porch, into cellars. The processis the same for wherever space you selectfor your cellar.

First, you need to decide if you want tocool the room. There are various wayssuch as through the wall (similar to awindow air conditioner), split systems(similar to a home air conditioner), andother unique equipment designed to overcome a specific problem. You want tokeep the room at about 55-60 degreesand about 70% humidity.

Second, you need to properly vapor bar-rier and insulate the room. A 6ml plasticvapor barrier needs to cover all the walls& ceiling. Then you need to apply R13insulation to the walls and R19 insulationto the ceiling. You can then apply eitherdry wall, T&G wood paneling, or stone

for a finish surface depending on the lookyou are trying to achieve.

Third, you will need to install an exteriorgrade door. Remember you are trying tobuild a room size refrigerator so you donot want any cold air escaping around thedoor. If you have a viewing window itmust be thermal pane.

Fourth, you can select anything exceptcarpeting for your floor covering.

Even if you choose not to cool the room,build it like you were going to cool it.Later you may change your mind. It isrelatively cheep, in the beginning, to addinsulation and vapor barrier and veryexpensive to add it later. If you are won-dering how big to build, we suggest thatyou count the number of bottles you cur-rently have and multiply it by three.

Apex offers four species of wood WesternRed Cedar, All Heart Redwood, and twotypes of Mahogany. They are structurallythe same the differences are primarilycolor. The racking material is unfinished(like the furniture you would get at thefinish it your self stores). The theory is ifyou paint, stain, or varnish the rackingthe odor, over time, will penetrate thecork and spoil the wine.

It makes no difference if you are lookingfor a plain storage room or a show placewhere you can bring friends. The con-struction specifications are the same.

If the time has come to get organized,give us a call and we would be happy toassist you through the process.

RONALD JONGSMA Regional Manager

Apex Sauna & Wine Cellars800-733-1779

CU S TO M WI N E CE L L A R S

If your refrigerator is full of wine and the corner in basement is stacked to the ceiling with cases of wine, maybe it is time to think about having your own custom wine cellar.


T HE THREE CRITERIAOF INTERIOR DESIGN

Congratulations on your new home! Getting a new home is one of the most exciting events we ever experience in life. But, now that you have your new place, how are you going to decorate it?

Interior design has three basic criteria: allinteriors are financial, functional and aes-thetic. These three concerns should beaddressed in that order. No matter howlarge or small your home is, establishing aproper budget is always your first topic ofbusiness.

But, how do you go about determining abudget? Follow these simple guidelinesand you will have a handle on how toproperly budget for your interior design.

FINANCEStep OneThe cost of the home is the first numberis our starting point. Take the retailprice of the home and multiply it by15%. That will give you the totalamount of money to allocate for yourentire interior design. This includeseverything, from soup to nuts, or fromfurniture to silverware.

Over the years I have seen this formulawork time and again. If you budget only10% of the price of the home, the homelooks partially empty and under-decorat-ed. If you budget 20%, the home looksostentatious and over-decorated.

Also, subtract the price of the items youare bringing with you from the 15% fig-ure. If you are bringing leather sofas, abedroom set, dining set, mattresses andbox springs, etc., these need to be sub-tracted from the 15% to arrive at a cor-rect budget. If you are entirely redeco-rating, which, of course, is rare, 15%invested over the years will completeyour design.


Step TwoTake the figure arrived at in Step One,and divide it by the number of rooms inthe home. Be sure to include bathroomsin this figure. For example, say the homecost $100,000.00 and has seven rooms.$100,000.00 x 15% is $15,000.00,equaling your total budget. This figuredivided by 7 (the number of rooms)equals $2143.00 per room. Voila! Younow have a budget for each room.

You next take this figure and “fudge” it abit. Take budget money from the small-er, less important rooms and allocatemore funds for the important rooms inthe home.

You now have financial guidelines as youdecorate your home. You will know thefigure you are working with as a budgetand, as you decorate (for rarely do peopledecorate an entire home all at once) you

have a starting point for answering yourfinancial concerns.

FUNCTIONThe second criteria listed above is func-tionality. As LeCorbusier said, “A home isa machine for living.” Buckminster Fullerlikened the home to a “capsule for living.”

When thought of in these terms, thehome is a machine. A machine mustfunction properly or it is of no use to theowner. Your home needs to function onmany levels.

Determine how many people will beoccupying the home. You also will wantto know what specific needs these peoplehave and how you accommodate them.This may sound like an easy, rote ques-tion; of course, you know how manypeople will be living there! However, acouple with small children will have cer-


tain functional requirements that differversus two empty nesters whose childrenare grown.

There are also your guests and visitors toconsider. Do family members live out oftown and need a place to stay when visit-ing? If so, you need a spare bedroom or asofa sleeper. Are holiday get-togethersheld in your home? Do you serve sitdown dinners, or do you serve buffetstyle? Do you entertain often and, if so,how many people need to be seated?

As you ponder the functional aspects ofyour home, you begin to learn yourfinancial priorities. What items are mostimportant to get your new home up andrunning the quickest?

For example, what direction does thehome face? If it has a southwest expo-sure, window treatments will be impor-tant to protect your furniture and carpet-ing from sun damage. If it faces north,perhaps you should choose brighter wallcolors to provide balance for the lack ofnatural sunlight.

Each room in your home should have itsfunctionality determined before you dec-orate. Often, and one of the best ways to

approach a space, a room will have mul-tiple functions. Say you have youngerchildren in school and would like a placefor them to do homework in an area thatyou can monitor and help them. Perhapsa space carved out in the Family Roomfor computer or desk would solve yourchallenge.

AESTHETICSEven though the “look” of the home is ourfinal concern, in overall emotional andfunctional effect, this has great impact.The first thing to do when consideringthe “design” of your interiors is to choosea motif.

A motif can be anything. It can reflect thearea in which you live (New EnglandCottage Style, the Southwest Look), itcan be historically relevant (18thCentury, Victorian or Arts and Crafts) orit can be a “fantasy,” a way in which youwould like to live (Tuscan Style is popu-lar now).

Another way to determine motif is tothink about people, places or things thatbring you joy and happiness. Perhapsyou were close to your grandmother andshe always wore lilac. Whenever you seelilac, you think of her. You can incorpo-rate this color into your color schemeand bring a little of that childhood joyback into your life.

The family is centered on the home.Surround yourself with pictures of lovedones and you never feel alone. Find a pri-vate space (everyone needs a room oftheir own!) for rest and recovery in a sparebedroom or study where many of theobjects with great meaning for you(Awards, your children’s early drawings,etc.) are there to remind you of theimportance of the house as home.

COLOR THERAPY 101Color is the next hurdle most homeown-ers face. There are some basic rules ofColor Theory that will help.

THE LAW 60-30-10 Think of a man’s suit when dressed for-mally. 60% of the outfit’s color is the suititself, jackets and slacks. The 30% color isrepresented by the shirt and the 10% col-oration of the outfit is the tie.

Think about people, places or things that bring you joy and happiness.

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Use this formula when choosing colorsfor a room. Pick a color for the 60%(walls, floors), a 30% color (say, theupholstery or drapes) and a 10% color(perhaps a spray of flowers or decorativethrow pillows).

If you try this handy formula, yourrooms will be perfectly colored everytime! Why this works is anybody’s guess,perhaps it is human nature to want to seea unifying color (the 60%), a color pro-viding visual interest (30%) and a dashof accent color (the 10%). Think of theten percent as jewelry on a woman’s out-fit and notice how jewelry makes theoutfit “come to life.”

COLOR SCHEMESThere are two basic color schemes thehomeowner can select from when deco-rating. There are others, but stickingwith the basics makes for a beautifulinterior. Think back to your high schoolphysics class. There you were intro-duced to the Color Wheel. Wheel ondown to the paint store and pick one upfor yourself.

Colors that appear on the Color Wheelopposite one another are called comple-mentary colors; such as Red oppositeGreen, Yellow opposite Blue.Complementary color schemes tend to bemore formal and create visually activespaces. Complementary schemes, due totheir inherent formality, are often seen inLiving Rooms and Dining Rooms.

Colors that are next to each other on theColor Wheel are called analogous colorschemes, i.e.; Yellow is next to Green,Blue is next to Green, Red is next toOrange. Analogous color schemes aremore sedate in feel and tend to be lesschallenging to the viewer. These are bestused in areas designated for rest andrecovery such as Family Rooms orMaster Bedrooms.

CREATING COLOR FLOWThe question most often asked by home-owners is, “How do I create color flow inmy new home?” It’s as easy as 60-30-10!

Say you have decorated your living roomin the 60-30-10 formula described above.The way to create color flow is to takeone of those colors, say the 60%, and

translate it into another room in a differ-ent “medium.”

For example, the living room walls arepainted yellow. Take that yellow colorfrom the living room walls and “restate” itin other ways, say, as dining chair seatcovers. Now, the 10% color in the diningroom is yellow. You then “pull” the othercolors in the living room space and plugthem into the two percentages left, the60% and the 30%.

The nineteenth century pundit EdgarGuest said, “It takes a heap o’ livin’ to makea house a home.” When moving into a newhome, we often bring a heap o’ living withus. Making your new house a home takesa little bit of budgeting, a look at thehomes many uses, a smattering of designsavvy and a lot o’ love. Enjoy.

Mark McCauley, ASID, is a Senior Designer atDarleen’s Interiors, published author, college pro-fessor, and national speaker on Interior Design.Feel free to e-mail him with your interior designquestions: [email protected]

Newly constructed, this five bedroom, six and one half bath masterpiece dis-plays old world European craftsmanship throughout three finished levelswith intricate inlaid hardwood floors, Bulgarian stone fireplaces, customwrought iron staircases and balconies, eight-foot cherry doors and extensivepaver brick patio, drive and walkways. Stunning open layout and expansiverooms offer sweeping views of the surrounding countryside.

The large formal rooms, first floor Library of South American Cherry, gran-ite and cherry state of the art Kitchen, phenomenal Family Room with 25-foot ceilings, fully finished marble walkout lower level with wet bar, fireplaceand sauna, multi level patios, decks, balconies and four car garage… are justa few of the notable amenities offered at $1,695,000.

Five gently rolling acres of Barrington Hills horse country – and the sumptuous 9,900 square footestate home masterfully built into the bending hill upon it – could be yoursif you simply made an offer.

ANTHONY BELLINOBROKER, GRI, CRS

RE/MAX Tri-County - AlgonquinDirect: 847-458-5566www.TeamBellino.com

Please visit www.9500Church.com for complete property details.



EastWilmette

Elegant New Construction!

Outstanding home in sought after East Wilmette offers the

highest quality of construction, rich finishes and exquisite

architectural details. All brick and stone exterior with stucco

accents. Features include formal living and dining rooms,

2 fireplaces, hardwood floors, inviting family room, state-of-

the-art kitchen, study and 5 bedrooms. Stunning master

bedroom suite, 4.5 luxury baths. Finished basement,

beautiful fenced yard and two-car garage. Quiet location

steps to Lake and Metra. $1,795,000

For a showing or brochure, please call

LENORA KNUDSON OR JON ZIEFF

847-657-9100RE/MAX Villager - Glenview

LENORA KNUDSONwww.lknudson.illinoisproperty.com

JON ZIEFFwww.jzieff.illinoisproperty.com

St. CharlesImpeccable home with finished walk-outlower level backing to a spacious open area!Crown moldings, 3 fireplaces, natural cherrycabinets & granite in gourmet kitchen, largemaster suite w/ fireplace and oversized closet. Light & bright throughout! A fabulous home! $699,800

Wayne & Teresa Reuter 630-513-3174

St. CharlesAbsolutely one of the best homes in

the prestigious Hunt Club. Upgraded custom ash cabinets,

spacious family room, cathedral ceilingswith stain glass inlays, finished lower

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St. CharlesGorgeous home shows like a model with heavy trim throughout.9’ ceilings, maple cabinets withmahogany stain, hardwood floors,fabulous finished walk out lowerlevel! $1,000,000


St. CharlesEast side of St. Charles! 1 1/2 year old

home is better than new! Huge, gourmet kitchen, with granite &

cherry cabinets. Finished lower levelwalk out with bedroom, bath &

exercise room. $1,175,000


Wayne & Teresa Reuter RE/MAX Professionals East 630-513-31741118 E. Main St. • St. Charles, IL 60174 • [email protected] • Visit our web-site at www.reuterteam.com


St. CharlesAbsolutely beautiful home on wooded

cul-de-sac lot! Grand foyer with marbleflooring, 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths,

5 fireplaces, 4-car garage. Gourmet kitchenwith granite, intercom, security system,

central vac & more!$1,399,000


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WayneExquisite home to be built on a private lot.

Marble entry, 6 fireplaces, 2 staircases, 10’ ceilings on first floor and in basement,

4 1/2 car garage. Gourmet kitchen: master suitewith sitting area, 2nd floor conversation room

with turret ceiling. $2,500,000


St. CharlesPremier town homes with views of the Fox River! Beautifully appointedthroughout, gourmet kitchen, hearth room, private patio and deck.Located in historic downtown St. Charles. $500,000


Wayne & Teresa Reuter RE/MAX Professionals East 630-513-31741118 E. Main St. • St. Charles, IL 60174 • [email protected] • Visit our web-site at www.reuterteam.com



Barrington HillsEquestrian EstateHistoric Estate on 10 + acres! Large rooms with views ofsweeping lawn & perennial gardens. Lovely porch overlooks large pool. 5 stall barn and pastures. Many hard-wood floors. Kitchen is oak and equipped with WolfStove! $1,750,000

847-612-7848 | Catherine Schulte

Barrington HillsCountry EstateBeautiful country estate with huge office for home run busi-ness. 4/5 Bedroom, 4.2 Bath, 4/6 car garage, hardwood floors,Large porch, all brick home on 2 acres with waterfall & maturetrees. First floor Bedroom, 3 fireplaces, lovely master suite, dis-tinctive home! $815,000

847-323-0354 | Arlene Larsen

BarringtonVillage VictorianGracious 5BR, 3.1 BA in Barrington Village! Crown molding& Hardwood floors galore! Spacious rooms! Fabulous eat-inkitchen with stainless steel appliances, island & double sliderto a deck & in-ground pool! Family room with dry bar & cor-ner fireplace! Formal dining room! Living room with atriumdoor to a covered porch! Master bedroom suite with sittingroom! Loft with built-in bookcases and desk! Finished 3rdlevel with full bath! Bonus room over 3 car garage!$1,269,000

847-828-1277 | Cathy Schmidt

RE/MAX of Barrington 847-381-8800306 W. Northwest Hwy. • Barrington, IL 60010


Stone Manor in prestigious Barrington Hills provides 8,000square feet of exemplary living space in addition to walkoutlower level, 10 foot ceilings on all 3 levels including 5 bed-rooms with 5 full and 2 half baths, 3 fireplaces, true gour-met kitchen, gentleman’s study and meticulous detailing

throughout this Unique Homes masterpiece. Executive,exceptional & exclusive all on over 5 acres of privacy at anoutstanding value. Contact Jack Sanderson for more detailsand information on this new brick & stone estate home.$3,895,000

Barrington Hills New Construction

Barrington 4+ Wooded Acres!Spectacular custom home with finished walk out situated on4+ acres! Many architectural details! Maple & Oak hardwoodfloors! 2 story great room! Corian/Maple kitchen with hugecenter island with entrance to a sunroom! 1st floor master bed-room suite with luxury bath! Formal Dining room! Loft withbuilt-ins! Large 4th bedroom with hardwood floors & sinkwith cabinets! Finished lower level offers rec rm with fullkitchen! The list goes on & on! $979,000

847-987-5023 | Elizabeth Sincox

Barrington HillsExceptionally Private EstateFrom the heart of Barrington Hills, this distinctive four-bed-room, five bath country home is set on seven private acresand offers three fireplaces, two master baths, a finished walk-out lower level and fresh décor. A four-stall barn and mean-dering Flint Creek enhance this special country estate home.$993,750

847-903-9688 | Jack Sanderson

RE/MAX of Barrington 847-381-8800306 W. Northwest Hwy. • Barrington, IL 60010


SOUTH BARRINGTONA home for the ages!Reminiscent of the greathouse of Europe, this magnificent residence offersunmatched architecturaldesign and detail, 15 fireplaces, stunning, top of the line kitchen, luxurybaths, volume ceilings andfull, finished walkout lowerlevel. all bedrooms have sitting areas with fireplaces.There is an indoor sportcourt with “sky box”,Roman spa and 10 cargarage. $6,750,000

BARRINGTONHILLS

Incomparable estate set on17 rolling, wooded acres.

Designed for a graciouslifestyle, this stone & cedar

residence offers the finestcustom finishes throughoutits substantial comfortable

interior. This beautifullypresented property includes

2 delightful guest houses,pool, tennis court & 4 stall

barn. Its location is primeand protected, its appeal,

timeless. $5,190,000

Meg Cleavenger & Greg Bradley RE/MAX of Barrington

Meg: 847-212-0917 • [email protected] | Greg: 847-863-2424 • [email protected]


BARRINGTONHILLS

This remarkable 6 bedroom, 8.5 bath

custom brick Georgian is set on 10 rolling acresoverlooking picturesque

Goose Lake. Magnificentarchitectural design and

detail. Highest quality finishes. It includes a

stunning gourmet kitchen,sumptuous master suite,

6 fireplaces, finished walkout lower level, stone

terraces and a 4-car garage.It is elegant, warm and

very livable. $4,990,000

BARRINGTONHILLSThis outstanding customdesigned, Nantucket styleresidence is set on five private heavily woodedacres. The five bedroom,six full and two half bathhome offers the highestquality design, detail andfinishes, a magnificenttwo story kitchen, conservatory, generousroom sizes and five cargarage. Enjoy the spiritand style of New Englandin this gorgeous home and beautiful setting.$2,995,000




BARRINGTON HILLSSet on 9+ private, rolling & wooded

acres, this enchanting brick residence isthe quintessential Barrington Hills

country estate. Abundant is character &charm, this 1930’s classic features 4 bed-rooms, 3.5 baths, exquisite architectural

detail, 3 fireplaces and finished lower level.The magnificent grounds offer extensive

brick paved terraces, sparkling pool,delightful pool house. Garage parking for

5 vehicles. $1,750,000

BARRINGTON HILLSSet on over five wooded lakefront

acres, this gracious, renovated 100 year old Victorian offers

elegant appointments, six bedroomsfour full and two half baths

and a charming guest house. The epitome of refined country

living, it enjoys idyllic views of a sparkling private lake. $1,499,000

INVERNESS SHORESSpectacular waterfront residence. This custom original owner home is set on a quiet peninsula, on a tranquil, privatelake. “Architectural Digest” quality kitchenhas custom cherry cabinetry, granite countertops and top of the line appliances.A finished walkout lower level, sparklinginground pool, and extensive outdoorentertaining areas enhance the resort-likeambiance. $1,195,00




BARRINGTON HILLSBuild your dream home on this magnificent wooded hilltop overlooking a private secluded lake. 5 tranquil lakefront acres in a most prime locationjust minutes to the village. This unmatchedsite is ideal for walkout lower level construction. Enjoy the giant oaks, hickory, spruce, and beautiful Lacey Lake.$999,000

BARRINGTON HILLSThis enchanting country home is set on6+ rolling acres w/ sparkling pool, poolhouse, tennis court & 4 stall barn. The delightfully updated & expanded residence offers a country kit, fabulousmaster suite, study, formal living & diningrooms, inviting family room & fin walkout lower level. Walls of glass capture idyllic views of magnificent prof landscaped grounds & countryside$1,289,000

BARRINGTONNo expense was spared in

creating this outstandinglybeautiful waterfront home in

Braymore. Offering state of theart operational features, the

home reflects the finest architectural design & detail

throughout. It includes volumeceilings, 5 fpls, 2 gorgeous

kitchens & incredible indoorpool. A remarkable home on a

lovely site in a wonderfulneighborhood. $2,849,000




Wynstone Captivating Classic Cape!Lovely estate boasts 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 4 fireplaces, lavish millwork,bayed living room, coffered dining room, gentleman’s library withbookcases, beamed family room with built-ins and wet bar, largekitchen with granite counters, enormous master, vaulted spa, finishedEnglish lower level, double decks, and sky lit screen porch. $899,000

Wynstone Creatively Cosmopolitan!Set upon a wooded acre this traditional architecture explodes with sleekmetropolitan style, angular spaces including 5 bedrooms, 4.1 baths,enormous great room with wet bar, library with built-ins, sunken sunroom, open coffered kitchen, sky-lit bonus room, fabulous fauxs andmurals, wrap deck plus paver patio. $839,000

Wynstone Cute, Cozy and Carefree!This maintenance-free ranch residence offers 3 bedrooms, 2.1 baths,barrel vaulted ceilings, huge great room, octagon dining room, gourmetU shaped kitchen with center island and breakfast bar open to vaultedsky lit family room, trayed master adjoins sky-lit spa, incredible fauxfinishes, two decks, PLU’s and three car garage. $595,000

Wynstone Decorating Dreams Come True!Spectacular, updated to the nines, multi level jewel presents 3 bed-rooms, 3.1 baths, new glazed kitchen, granite counters, stainless appli-ances, rich hardwood floors, cathedral Great Room with exquisite fire-place, finished walkout boasting recreation room and custom office,wraparound deck, balcony and patio, plus English sublevel! $799,000.

Wynstone Delicious French Flavor!Crowned by 100 year oak hardwoods, this brand new estate combinescharming old world stone architecture resulting in 5 bedrooms, 4.2baths, 3 fireplaces, walnut floors and handsomely milled library withdeck, lavish millwork, professional kitchen, volume computer loft, fin-ished lower level walkout and paver patios. $1,700,000

Wynstone European Elegance!Royal residence offering 5 bedrooms, 7.1 baths, 2 exquisite fireplaces,new professional Grabill cherry kitchen, handsome cherry library, focalpoint milled master suite and spa, Westminster family room and diningroom featured in newspaper, leaded glass, built-ins galore, steam, sauna,second kitchen, exercise, $150 K land and hardscape! $1,825,000

Marsha Ulbrich RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest 847-344-8630One First Bank Plaza Drive Suite 103 • Lake Zurich, IL 60047 • [email protected] • www.marshau.com

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Wynstone Family Fantasia!Freshly painted and newly carpeted estate presents 4 bedrooms,5.1baths, 3 fireplaces, a thirty foot living room, coffer dining room,beamed cathedral family room, two wet bars, library with built-ins,white cook’s kitchen with pantry wall, center island, huge finished lowerlevel, screened porch, deck and flagstone patio. $1,195,000

Wynstone Grandeur in the Groves!Custom ranch overlooks four golf holes and water presents 3 bedrooms,2.1 baths, cathedral living room, two story dining room, open kitchen,vaulted family room, volume glass library with built-ins and partnerdesk, trayed master suite adjoins marble spa, finished lower level withsecond kitchen, screened porch and deck. $995,000

Wynstone Idyllic Paradise Island!Total privacy offering commanding views of water and golf from this1.6 acre island estate of 4 bedrooms, 4.1 baths, 4 fireplaces, galleryfoyer, volume dining room, step down grand room, dream kitchen and“bird nest” breakfast, beamed family room, intimate library, romanticmaster suite, finished walkout, deck and paver patio. $2,500,000

Wynstone Leisure Meets Luxury!Fabulous estate, presiding over two golf holes and lake, features a GrandHall with cast stone fireplace, entertainment bar and media wall, 5 bed-rooms including first floor master, 4.1 baths, cherry stained birchkitchen with granite counters and tented breakfast room, finished walk-out to pool, deck and screened porch. $1,398,000

Wynstone Luxury on the Links!Overlooking double golf holes, this updated beauty proclaims 5 bed-rooms, 4.2 baths, 4 fireplaces, white kitchen with granite and new stain-less appliances, library with built-ins, volume glass family room, 2 wetbars, tray master adjoining new stone spa, English includes recreationroom, billiard, media built-ins, deck, patio. $1,369,000

Wynstone Magnificent Masonry Manse!Architectural masterpiece offers 5 cavernous bedrooms, 4.1 baths, 3fireplaces, intricate ceiling treatments, formal living room, cove lit din-ing room, library, two story family room with stunning fireplace, enter-tainment center and wet bar, epicurean kitchen with Thermador, Miele,Subzero, luxurious loft, curved balcony and delightful deck. $975,000


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Wynstone Monticello of Wynstone!This majestic wooded pond side estate, announces 5 bedrooms, 4.4 baths,3 fireplaces, bridal staircase, cherry floors, new glazed maple and cherrycustom kitchen with granite and stainless appliances, spacious marblesolarium, dramatic family room with cherry built-ins and lower level walk-out entertainment extravaganza with 12 person cherry bar. 2,700,000

Wynstone My Fairway LadyRegally set overlooking two golf holes and water, this magnificent hightech custom estate offers 5 bedrooms, 5.2 baths, 3 fireplaces, “to die for”cream glazed kitchen with granite and stainless, cherry gentleman’slibrary, cathedral sunroom, deck, walkout lower level with recreation,guest, billiard, toy, sewing and wet bar areas. $1,889,000

Wynstone Peaceful Pinewood Paradise!Privacy prevails amidst a forested acre surrounding the French countryjewel box residence providing 4 bedrooms including a first floor mastersuite, 2.1 baths, hardwood floors, volume living room, generous diningroom, magazine beautiful family room with floor to ceiling fireplace,hickory kitchen, loft and finished lower level with pub cellar. $939,000

Wynstone Residential Resort!Private site overlooking the 9th hole showcasing an expansive pooloffers 4 bedrooms, 6.2 baths, 3 fireplaces, volume glass wall familyroom, Julia Child kitchen, tented breakfast room, vaulted sky-lit atriumspa, sauna, cathedral master adjoining marble spa, lower level presentssecond kitchen, sit down bar and chilled wine room. $1,199,000

Wynstone Sophisticated Stone Manor!Luxury maintenance free mini-estate, announced by volume marblefoyer, hardwood floors, formal living room, enormous trayed diningroom, 3 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, 2 fireplaces, library, cozy family room withmaple built-ins, white kitchen with granite counters, huge cathedralmaster and marble spa, wine cellar plus entertainment deck. $739,000

Wynstone Subliminal Sanctuary!Maintenance free beauty features 3 bedrooms including spacious firstfloor master, 2 fireplaces, 3.1 baths, box beamed library with custombuilt-ins, two-story grand room, intricate ceiling treatments, borderedmaple floors, maple kitchen with granite and stainless appliances, Englishlower level, deck with arboretum backdrop and paver drive. $889,000


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Wynstone The Golf Goddess!Majestically set upon a wooded 1.1 acre knoll overlooking the 3rdSignature hole green, this architectural masterpiece presents 4 enormousbedrooms, 3.1 baths, 10 foot ceilings, epicurean kitchen with granitecounters, family room with built-in and stunning stone fireplace, librarywith custom bookshelves, full English lower level and deck. $1,375,000

Wynstone The Heartland!Family homestead offering hardwood floors, fabulous millwork, 4 bed-rooms, 4.1 baths, 3 fireplaces, sunlit living room, generous diningroom, private library/office, white maple kitchen, octagon breakfast,Victorian butler’s pantry, cathedral family with wet bar, volume mastersuite, finished English lower level featuring cherry bar, sitting porch andentertainment deck. $998,000

Wynstone Wondrous Waterfall Walkout!Freshly painted ranch, overlooking cascading waterfall, features barrelvault and trayed, ceilings, 3 bedrooms, 2.1 baths, U-shaped kitchenwith granite counters, cozy beamed family room with fireplace, octagondining room, formal living room, enormous walkout lower level, deck,balcony, patio, screen porch, and paver drive. $700,000

Wynstone Williamsburg Wonder!Four levels of updates, overlooks tranquil pond, reveals 6 bedrooms, 4.2baths, 2 fireplaces, formal bayed living and dining rooms, handsomelibrary with built-ins, volume family room, new glazed cream and cher-ry kitchen with granite, adjoining sun room, cavernous master withupdated spa, finished English lower level and deck. $1,489,000

Wynstone Where the Living is Easy!Overlooking three holes and water, this turnkeyVilla boasts 3 suites including double masters, 2fireplaces, 3.1 baths, open bisque kitchen, greatroom with wet bar, private den, limestone laundry,finished lower level, two patios, second floor balconysteps from pool, tennis and golf! $695,000

Barrington Hills Whispering Pines!Over 20,000 square feet of rustic luxury nestled upon 22 acres incomparably reveals 5suites, 5.3 baths, 7 fireplaces, 40 foot Great Room with walls of glass, vaulted dining room,Amish distressed cherry kitchen, cathedral milled library, sky-lit solarium, exercise facility,computer loft, lower level boasting, tiered theatre, rec, billiard and media rooms, “Cheers”bar, catering kitchen, 3 wine cellars, screen porch, 3 viewing decks and 2 paver patios, hotspa and sunken gymnasium as featured on Fantasy tour of HGTV- Amazing! $7,500,000


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90 Hawley Woods Road Barrington HillsCustom 6 bedroom, 7.1 bath classic estate projects a stately air of sophistication yet comfortable country living. 30x22 Wood Modekitchen with top-of-the-line appliances & cozy fireplace. Master suite offers sitting room and 21x14 ultra bath. Superb woodworkthroughout. Gracious elegance at its best. $ 2,499,000

730 WalnutBarrington - Jewel ParkMagnificent colonial set on 1.33 privatewooded acres in cul-de-sac. Newer detailedmoldings. 5 bedrooms, updated baths.Beautiful newer white kitchen with granitecounters. Light, bright eating area with sky-lights and walls of glass. Fabulous porch withgreat views. Architecturally correct. $799,000

9 Country Oaks LaneBarrington Hills

Completely remodeled country estate on 5 rollingacres has it all. 4 bedrooms, 4.1 updated baths.

Large kitchen offers granite counters, 42” maplecabinetry, newer stainless appliances. Awesomemedia room, finished LL, newer mechanicals.

Large deck & in-ground pool overlook beautifulgrounds & 7 stall barn. $875,000

Tom Mitchell RE/MAX of Barrington 847-381-8801 x 311 306 W. Northwest Hwy. • Barrington, IL 60010 • www.homesbymitchell.com


45 Hawthorne Lane Barrington Hills - WaterfrontThis timeless 4 bedroom, 4.1 bath classic is sited on 7.5 acres of the most beautiful wooded lakefront property in BarringtonHills. To appreciate the true character of this carefully conceived and crafted home, one must look to the details throughout. A distinctive home in a private wooded paradise. $1,699,000

231 W. Country Line RoadBarrington Hills - Waterfront

Down a sun dappled drive with mature trees& perennial gardens sits this quality built

unique contemporary. 14 waterfront acres onLacey Lake. 6 bedrooms, 4 full baths, marble

floors, custom wood working throughout.Indoor pool. Walls of glass overlook your

own piece of heaven $2,499,000

35 Serrey CourtDeer Park - BarringtonPicture perfect home on 1 acre has all the room you need. 6 bedrooms, 6 full baths, first floor family room, finished lower level.Master suite offers fireplace & 22x16 masterbath. Light, bright and spacious. In-groundpool with patio. Peaceful & private. Cul-de-sac location. $650,000

Tom Mitchell RE/MAX of Barrington 847-381-8801 x 311 306 W. Northwest Hwy. • Barrington, IL 60010 • www.homesbymitchell.com


Stunning, new construction in the heart of Glenview! This 4/5 bedroom homeoffers 2 bedroom suites upstairs, a first floor study or bedroom with full bathon the first level, great room concept with corner fireplace at one end and gour-met granite maple cabinet kitchen on the other with a beautiful deck overlook-ing a beautiful yard. Not just a brick 3600 square foot home, but a home thatmakes life easier with a walk-to location, a home to grow with you…from theat home office to the au pair needs. . . a neighborhood that cares. The buildertook such care in design and detail, however he’s open to your suggestions leav-ing you a $12000 allowance for top of the line appliances and lighting, becausehe cares. The 9’ ceiling basement has a roughed in bath, and wet bar or laun-dry, if you wish. The 2nd floor laundry though is really convenient for thatbusy parent! Enjoy your visit and allow me to answer your questions….

1957 Dewes, Glenviewreduced to $1,195,000 • All Brick new Construction• In Village location-Walk to train, schools, parks, & shops• Excellent Schools• 9 ft. Ceilings w/beautiful oak trim• Hardwood floors throughout• Granite Counter island kitchen w/42” Maple cabinets-

your choice of top of the line appliances.

Jan McNulty RE/MAX Suburban BROKER ASSOCIATE, ABR, CRS, E-PRO

847-259-0202 x 1211330 E. Northwest HwyMt. Prospect, IL 60056

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RE/MAX Unlimited Northwest

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Down a private lane... impressive hilltop setting... trees, pondand pool... 3 gorgeous acres in the heart of Long Grove! Firstfloor master suite; two story great room; 6BR; 4.3 BA 2 storywith full fin walkout; 4 fireplaces and 3+ garages! BlueRibbon Stevenson High School! Minutes to Deer Park Mall.$1,250,000

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