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The Villa
by Brian Arnold, CASTLEBUILT Homes
 It’s easy to imagine a dinner party at CASTLEBUILT Home’s 5,386 square foot home ... a bottle of bold, red wine served with a spicy entree, all flavors complementing the other – much like the home itself. The Villa is an appealing combination of Italian and Spanish architecture that’s sure to satisfy any homeowner’s tastes. Builder Brian Arnold also serves as the interior designer of the 1.5 story walkout, which includes 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths and is thoughtfully planned to be enjoyed and celebrated in any language.
Old world brick, natural stone and custom water table come together to create a picturesque storybook home that’s sure to have a happy ending for homeowners who appreciate both the beauty of classic architecture and cost savings of energy efficient heating and cooling systems and techniques. The exterior features unique roof lines, an eye-catching cupola and a beautiful mahogany and hammered iron double front door. The covered entry makes an elegant introduction that creates a commanding presence on any street, camino or strada.
Inside The Villa, gorgeous handscraped hardwood ushers guests into the two-story foyer, where beautiful moulding and a creative art niche suggests this home has many unique qualities yet to be discovered. Archways announce the spacious dining room, where a tray ceiling features inlaid brick, and leather wall coverings and custom wainscotting add texture and style. A convenient wine bar offers a unique transition into the great room, which is highlighted by more elegant archways. Travertine flooring with a custom inlaid pattern and golden plastered walls create a Tuscan-style ambiance in the two-story gathering area. A tray ceiling with faux finish and custom lighting gives the area more European character. An incredible floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace flanked by additional archways is shared by the hearth room, where more of the handscraped hardwood flows into the kitchen and breakfast areas. Double mahogany and hammered iron doors lead to a lake view terrace that features exposed rafters, a beadboard ceiling, more beautiful travertine and a custom iron railing.
The breakfast room includes a vaulted tray ceiling, built-in banquet seating with views of the water beyond and access to the incredible covered porch. The hearth room offers a cozy area to keep warm by the see-through fireplace. A welcoming kitchen island beckons guests to sample the chef’s specialties. Granite countertops and cream-colored cabinets complement caramel colors in the kitchen. A built-in wine cooler gives busy hosts easy access to their favorite vintage wine. Nearby, a spacious mud room includes built-in cubbies and offers convenient access to the three-car garage. The powder room features a vessel bowl with travertine walls.
Homeowners can enjoy their morning cappuccino on the covered porch area, where they can easily access their bedroom nearby. A private foyer and French doors introduce the master suite, which also features another art niche, spacious his and hers walk-in closets and a mirrored dressing nook, as well as a stacked washer and dryer. An archway offers an elegant transition to the sleeping quarters, where a beautiful vaulted ceiling is accented with custom faux painting. The master bath features an oversized shower with spa jets and double arched glass doors. Columns near the whirlpool tub anchor another archway, and an incredible seven-foot dome ceiling highlights the elegant space, making the master suite a relaxing, get-away-from-it-all retreat.
A beautiful Spanish-style art niche with inlaid tile summons guests to the upper level, where the balcony features a custom-made iron railing. Views of the great room and foyer below offer an Italian hillside perspective of The Villa’s interior landscape. A raised bedroom showcases a barrel vaulted ceiling, creating a unique place to call it a night. Two additional bedrooms are featured upstairs, as well as a laundry room with a spacious folding area.
The walkout lower level is an ideal entertainment venue, complete with a theatre area, beautifully designed custom masonry bar and recreation area. A guest suite and private exercise room with a customized gym and walk-in sauna give homeowners and guests plenty of space to relax or break a sweat. Just outside the recreation area, is an outdoor entertainment courtyard with a custom masonry fireplace and built-in grill, which creates a natural place for the party to flow on warm summer evenings. A large backyard and lake view make for an ideal evening under the stars or day in the sun.
The Villa is a unique blend of thoughtful design, superior craftsmanship, artistry and functional living spaces that offer incredible areas to share with friends and family. Homeowners will most certainly enjoy many dinner parties to come in The Villa, where there are plenty of beautiful areas to celebrate or hideaway.
The Villa’s Credits
Furnishing: Century Entertainment & Furnishings
Interior Finishes: Olive & Ivy Home Accessories
Lighting: Rueff Lighting
Windows: M&W (84 Lumber)
Cabinets: Craft Made Kitchens & Counters
Appliances: Bargain Supply
Financing: Republic Bank
Foundation: Ratliff Construction
Lumber: 84 Lumber
Roofing: New Level
Masonry: JC & JC Masonry
Brick: General Shale
Concrete: IMI
Plumbing: H & H Plumbing
Electric: Hudlin Electric
HVAC: Prudential Heating & Air
Flooring: Carpet Selections
Tile: Sterling Tile
Faux Painting: Gary Bennett
Painting: Progresso Painting
Paint: 5 Oaks Paint Center (Benjamin Moore)
Siding: Big Sky Siding
Garage Doors: Cunningham Overhead Doors
Flatwork: Clay Enterprises
Fireplaces: Fireplace Solutions
Trim: Cox Trim
Trim: Custom Trim Ben Garcia
Blinds: USI Window Décor (Phyllis Arnold Designs)
Steel: Suburban Steel
Tub & Sauna: Covenant Industries
Railings: Back Alley Ironworks
Decking: S&D Building
Interior Design
Brian Arnold,
CASTLEBUILT Homes
502-296-7060
www.castlebuilthomes.com
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