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Above: “Our club room is a definite showcase for Ed and his career,” Kirstin says. “We arranged the space for a comfortable walkthrough so we never have to worry about anything when we are home with the family or entertaining a large group of friends.” Left: The bar area reflects the lifestyle of a modern men’s club with pendant lights hanging over a sleek earth-toned bar that seats five. Custom cabinetry showcases a dozen of Ed’s colorful hockey jerseys mounted in neat rows, while several flat-screen tel- evisions and a dark wood billiards table invite fun and games.

COURTYARD WITH A VIEW This innovative, 8,245-square-foot state-of-the-art, dual courtyard-style home is LEED certified gold and replete with many custom features. A modern stone veneer surrounds the custom front door designed by Kean, while solar panels convert sun- light into electricity for space conditioning and hot water systems. A Tesla Powerwall is used to store excess solar energy. Interior Design by Diane Cantori I Text by Alexis Barnett I Photogrpahy by Marcus Potter 204 URBAN DESIGN I LAS VEGAS

Above: The modern kitchen is minimalist designed with clean-lined, bright white cabinetry. A breakfast bar created with a live edge walnut slab intersects with a dark Caesarstone concrete island. Sophisticated, white leather-clad chairs that tuck beneath the bar rest on a base of stainless steel that extends neatly up the chair backs. An ex- panse of white and gray-veined porcelain flooring flows throughout the home to add elegance.

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Two deep-seated Hickory Chair armchairs wrapped in charcoal velvet flank massive 10-foot-high wood doors that open to the foyer where a Bösendorfer baby grand piano holds court. Showcased behind the piano is a large abstract artwork entitled, The Stow- away Peers Out at the Speed of Light by artist James Rosenquist.

Then award-winning architect, interior de- signer and builder Phil McCall saw this unique, nearly one-acre property facing a lake with golf course views as a back- drop, he knew he had found the perfect site to build a home. Lake Las Vegas Golf & Country Club is an exclusive gated community that attracts famous people from around the world. “I built a house here on spec for an imaginary client that I thought might buy it,” Kean says. Considered to be one of the most sought-after architects in the USA, McCall likes to build all of his homes green using sustainable products. This innovative, 8,245-square-foot state-of-the-art, dual courtyard-style home is LEED certified gold and replete with many custom features. A modern stone veneer surrounds the custom front door designed by Kean, while solar panels convert sunlight into electricity for space conditioning and hot water systems. A Tesla Power- wall is used to store excess solar energy. Inside, the elegant living room overlooks the Palm court- yard. Planned to feel like a glamorous yet intimate boutique hotel lobby, a massive wall of windows opens to the court- yard and then disappears completely into a wall to create the perfect indoor-outdoor living experience. “The concept of this home was that all of the glass would disappear and the house could live inside and out,” McCall says. Comfort- able velvet-clad sofas in a charcoal hue are modern with traditional curves and grouped with low-slung armchairs covered in cream-colored linen from Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams. Opposite, white leather-clad ottomans with chrome legs offer extra seating. A stunning LED chandelier designed by Kean adds shimmer to the sophisticated set- ting above Surya’s neutral-toned area rug in a geometric pattern that grounds the space in comfort. UD 208 URBAN DESIGN I LAS VEGAS

Above: Perhaps one of the most unique areas in the home is a chilled wine room created with a custom racking sys- tem that displays over 400 wine bottles. A light gray Caesarstone bar separates the wine room from the dining area, where an Indonesian rosewood table with a metal base in an antique bronze echoes the dark metal finish around the windows. Armchairs upholstered in a sugar-white hue with delicately curving backs edge the table. On view through large windows, the pool courtyard sparkles with a custom knife-edge perimeter-overflow pool.

Above: Perfect for an active family lifestyle, the Palm courtyard, designed by landscape architect Corey Mills, opens to a spacious, turf-covered putting green. Right: A private elevator whisks family and friends up to a large rooftop terrace, where one of two summer kitchens can be found. Teak barstools cushioned in an outdoor Sunbrella fab- ric pull up to a custom bar with a white-quartz countertop that is perfect for dining alfresco. “The terrace has amazing views of the sunset, and night lights from the famous Las Vegas Strip. 210 URBAN DESIGN I LAS VEGAS



IN PERFECT HARMONY With nearly 8,500 square feet, the allure of this home captures the essence of its Summerlin community with branching streets and gracious properties linked by beautiful neighborhoods and the Las Vegas Strip. Interior Design by Kathy Chandler Text by Lynn Richards Photogrpahy by Tim Wells 212 URBAN DESIGN I LAS VEGAS

Above: Part of the home’s charm is the aged furnishings that are infused throughout. In the study, a dark wood sideboard is distinctive with masculine appeal that pulls warmth into the room. A little bit of history dwells with a vintage map of Las Vegas that dots the wall, while a mesh wrought iron globe captures attention in the corner.

ith nearly 8,500 square feet, the allure of this home captures the essence of its Summerlin community with branching streets and gracious properties linked by beautiful neighborhoods and the Las WVegas Strip. Working closely together, the design team made enormous strides in cre- ating an environment that is both relaxing and recreational. The timeless architecture, white stucco and rich mahogany doors of this British West In- dies style house lend itself to the outdoors with an enchanting sub-tropical setting. Inside, a neutral palette creates a backdrop of soft elements and natural accents to promote a seamless flow that blurs the boundaries between in- side and out. Everything is aligned symmetrically with high ceilings and windows that frame the exterior, allowing picture-perfect views. A little di- mension goes a long way as wood ceiling beams are stained in pickling whitewash to promote a modest rustic flair. Meant to be comfortable, over- sized furnishings in pale-beige linen shape a conversation grouping. UD Right: The loggia is all encompassing with a kitchen, dining area, infinity pool, fire pit, and a cozy entertainment area with a fireplace and TV. The open-air space is styled with traditional rattan furniture that envelops a glass dining table from Ralph Lauren. Shellstone pavers naturally influence the space while a wood tongue-and-groove ceiling grants dimension. Below: Not just a place for cookery but also a place for guests to gather, the kitchen is expansive, practical and aesthetically appealing with sleek white cabinetry that lines the walls. And in the center of it all, an oversized Calacatta marble waterfall island swirls with striations of dark gray and warm brown. 214 URBAN DESIGN I LAS VEGAS



In the outdoor living area, comfortable furnish- ings shape a hearthside social grouping. With hints of nature sprinkled about, the organic teak 216 URcBocAkNtaDil tEaSblIeG’sNsIcLuAlpStuVraEl sGhAaSpe becomes a con- versation piece.



Stepping into the master bath is like stepping into a five-star retreat. Above: An oversized shower and floor-to-ceiling marble tiles complement the pearl gray marble countertops and crisp white cabinetry. With that, the porcelain floor- ing in “Perfect White” lends itself to the style and ele- gance the design team had in mind. Right: Tranquility prevails in the master bedroom with French doors that open up to a spellbinding view. Soft tones and textures canvas the private space — all pio- neered for excellent slumber. Carefully selected, the bed’s white, tufted headboard is sumptuous while com- plementing the tufted bench at its foot. Gray and blue accent pillows create connectivity with the sky and water while dark mahogany bedside chests add con- trast to the space. 218 URBAN DESIGN I LAS VEGAS



DESERT ESCAPE Situated courtyard style around the centerpiece pool, the house boasts terraces enclosed by wrought iron railings that border the rooms on the entire second story. Interior Design by Barbara Rainey Text by Lynn Richards Photogrpahy by Tim Wells 220 URBAN DESIGN I LAS VEGAS



ne would be hard-pressed to conjecture how long it would take to furnish and acces- sorize a grand-scaled estate, but certainly Oseveral months would be reasonable. This was not the case for an estate in that had just been purchased by a northern couple. Purchasing and installing all the furnishings and accessories for the 13,000- square-foot interior plus the loggia, terraces and guest- house in a marathon four weeks could prove to be a formidable challenge. Not so for Santulli. “I walked in and the home had a vibe I really liked,” she says. Indeed the gleaming white, two-story California Mission- style structure with bold, wide, curved arches is poetic in looks and quality. So much so that the owners opted out of first-floor window treatments so they could fully enjoy the architecture and outdoor vistas. Originally custom built for people who then chose a different home, the floors shone in beautifully patterned Jerusalem Limestone, the kitchen and bathrooms showcased top of the line appliances and facilities, and the walls throughout were clad in lustrous white Venetian Plaster. “That was the big break for this house,” Santulli says. “The architecture and clean palette afforded me unlimited possibilities, not locking me into a specific look.” Initially the owners sent Santulli a large assortment of pic- tures. The photos established the couple’s preferences of muted colors, a primarily contemporary style and a home where they could kick back and relax. To fulfill her four-week commitment, Santulli first contacted her best resources and put them on alert. She then utilized an efficient formula she devised which completely involved the owners. For each specific area in the home, she provided a trio of compatible options from which they could choose. “To keep things un- complicated, all the furniture I picked works together in all the options,” Santulli says. UD Right: The preponderance of stately arches that define the home’s exterior serves as prelude to the interior. Once in the living room, perfectly proportioned floor-to-ceiling glazed, arched windows invite a panoramic view of the cou- ple’s 90-foot yacht. The monochrome off-white palette in- duces the calming yet low-key elegance desired. An Ipe Cavalli sofa and companion armchairs form a social group- ing hearthside, while paintings with soft blues and muted tones of white add a dollop of color above two Allegra con- soles. 222 URBAN DESIGN I LAS VEGAS



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For comfort in the family room, the white American Leather sec- tional sofa renders enough seating for a small crowd to watch a game together. Stone International’s cocktail table, accentuated with an inset of marble, offers ample space to hold snacks and bev- erages.

Above: For casual dining, the breakfast area and kitchen offer an upbeat, sun-filled environment. Beautiful in simplicity, a clear glass-topped Bontempi Casa table opens large enough to serve as a buffet, while four modern Nuevo stools pull up to the counter in the kitchen lined with classic white cabinetry topped in polished Jerusalem Limestone. Replete with a dark mahogany beamed ceiling, the relaxing space proves perfect for a light lunch or possibly watching the cook whip up a meal. Right: Just outside, the beckoning loggia continues the social spaces. With complete consistency, all of the seating for con- versation and dining is shaped in dark brown wicker that re- peats in the furnishings on the upstairs terraces. 226 URBAN DESIGN I LAS VEGAS



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