http://www.dimaggiofinehomes.comListing Producer(listingproducer.com)http://listingproducer.com/Uploads/31/60/23160/images/Debbi%20DiMaggio%2011-08jpg.jpghttp://www.dimaggiofinehomes.comhttp://www.2839MorganAvenue.comTue, 27 Oct 2009 16:23:06 GMTCharming Lincoln Heights Bungalow located on one of the neighborhood's most desirable streets. Three bedrooms, one and one half baths. Lovely hardwood floors, updated gourmet kitchen with granite counters, freshly painted interior plus a separate art studio ideal for home office. Level garden. Convenient to the Dimond District shops and easily accessible to highways 580, 24 and 13. http://www.piedmontviewhomes.comFri, 29 May 2009 16:55:50 GMT MARVELOUS MODERNE MASTERPIECE BY FREDERICK CONFER 1937 Recently renovated with thoughtful upgrades this chic and sophisticated Art Deco Piedmont Residence is situated on top of the Bay! Enjoy your own peaceful oasis. Five bedrooms, formal living and separate dining room with grogeous views and dramatic doors that open out to terrace with outdoor fireplace. Gourmet kitchen-family room with Carerra marble counters, stainless appliances and European pocket doors. Playroom, storage and multiple outdoor spaces. Front courtyard, decks and level lawn, plus hot tub. A must see! This grand home has many sought after spaces that are perfect for large scale entertaining as well as easy day-to-day living. Offered at $2,195,000 About the Architect Fredrick Confer was one of the outstanding architects to emerge in the San Francisco Bay Area in the period before World War Two. He was best known for designing modern houses and public buildings. In the early years of his career he actually lived on Wisteria Way and worked in Berkeley. He designed quite a few homes in the East Bay and is renowned for such major works such as Eugene O’Neil’s “Tao House”, the Contra Costa Blue Cross Building, and the Haine’s Residence in Sausalito (1st place Award, 1937 House Beautiful). Confer brought flair and vision to his work. Frederick Confer’s most celebrated work, the “Tao House” in Danville , (finished two years after the Byers home), was built for Nobel Prize winning playwright, Eugene O’Neil. It is where the dramatist wrote his greatest plays, and has been designated a National Historical Landmark, celebrated for its style and beauty, as well as it’s extraordinary history. Today, Frederick Confer is recognized for being a master architect. The current and third owners of 110 Somerset Road have Mr. Confer’s architectural drawings of the home. http://www.1533MortonStreet.comFri, 13 Mar 2009 18:49:35 GMT 1533 Morton Street, Alameda Located in a well-established residential neighborhood where fully detached hundred-year-old homes boast the beauty of a time past, 1533 Morton Street finds itself at home. When Berkeley architect, Sinan Sabuncuoglu set out to build a home with the least impact on its surrounding neighbors and the world’s environment as a whole, he did not know that his creation would become in many respects the first of its kind. This beautiful three-story residence is the first environmentally friendly infill home on the island of Alameda offering diminishing carbon footprint features such as powerful rooftop photovoltaic system which minimizes the home's carbon footprint. In addition, the home’s understated style and traditional flair are proof that 21st century state-of-the-art green construction can enjoy all the charm and beauty that is found within the streets of our beautiful corner of the world. Located in a well-established residential neighborhood where fully detached hundred-year-old homes boast the beauty of a time past, 1533 Morton Street finds itself at home. In an educated effort, the architect opted to place the home’s public rooms one story above ground in order to take advantage of natural light, heat and views, while the ground level cleverly gives way to the perfect space for au pair quarters, additional family room, gymnasium or a Zen garden retreat. The uppermost level holds spacious, light-filled and naturally air-conditioned sleeping quarters. Beyond the entrance foyer on the ground level, natural cascading light filters over the home’s staircase from the skylight three stories above. The ground level is complete with a full bath, garage access, and coat closet. The main level of the home features a spacious, versatile Great Room that spans the width of the home and functions perfectly for grand scale entertainment or family living. Parallel to the Great Room and also spanning the entire width of the home is a galleria-style space containing both the dining room and custom chef’s kitchen. The gourmet chef’s kitchen features an open bar, the perfect space to enjoy breakfast and watch the sunrise. Recycled glass and cement countertops over custom bamboo cabinetry complement the wide array of state-of-the-art stainless steel appliances. Completing this level is a spacious and bright powder room, three walkout balconies and garden access. The upper level, as the rest of the house, was conceived with privacy, understated elegance and a responsible sense of comfort. This entire level is naturally cooled and heated throughout the day. Two spacious and architecturally interesting bedroom suites compose the successful blending of function and comfort of this level. Both bedroom suites expand the entire width of the home and feature luxurious en suite baths, spacious closets, and soft cork flooring. 1533 Morton Street is a unique and successful blend of state-of-the-art green technology and environmentally conscious materials while paying tribute to our rich architectural heritage and establishes a new milestone in residential architecture for the future. SUMMARY of GREEN FEATURES This newly constructed "Solar / Green Home" embellishes today's highly coveted Green Design. Enjoy excellent design and quality of life in this environmental home. Energy Conservation 2.45 kW Rated Solar Energy System (92%) High Efficiency Heating System with heat recovery ventilation system Tankless On-Demand Hot Water System located within 25 feet of All Hot Water Fixtures and Appliances Insulation at all Hot Water Pipes All ductwork installed within conditioned spaces Energy Star rated appliances Compact fluorescent recessed lighting Energy saving lighting and fan controls High efficiency insulated Kolbe windows and doors with low-e glazing Passive design elements for natural lighting and ventilation Windows at Garage Door for natural light and ventilation Indoor Air Quality Central Vacuum Cleaning System Exhaust Fan in Garage for Carbon Monoxide Removal Carbon Monoxide Alarm and Smoke Detectors at door to Garage Permanent Walk-off Matting System at Main Entrance Stained concrete floors at entry level Low VOC paint and finishes Kitchen exhaust fan vented outside All non-toxic cotton insulation made of Recycled Cotton, Denim/Blue Jeans Air Ducts and vents protected during construction Resource Conservation 40 year Composition Shingle Roofing CaesarStone countertops - Recyclable content Durable Trex Decking Material with reclaimed wood and plastic content Built-In Recycling Center Bamboo and Cork Flooring Custom Bamboo Cabinets at Kitchen and Bathrooms Deconstruct existing structure on site and reuse for siding at historic home All construction debris is sorted and diverted for reuse as possible 25% Ash in concrete for slab and foundation Engineered wood at headers and floor joist systems Cementations siding with recycled content with 15 yr Factory applied finish Pre-wired for cable TV, Telephone with Cat 5e, Network ready Water Conservation All plumbing fixtures are Grohe water saving fixtures Energy Star rated water saver Grohe Dishwasher Dual flush toilets by Toto Timers at all irrigation systems Drought and heat tolerant 90% Tall Fescue Blend / 10% Bluegrass Native Species Plants with no Invasive Species with Mulch and Compost at Landscaping Community Efficient 2,500 sf floor plan with many creative design features Urban infill lot Within one block of shops, services and public transportation Homeowner Manual of Green Features / Benefits Site Orientation for Solar Panels and Ventilation Systems Both the Environmental Home and the immaculately restored Historic Home are located on one large lot, contiguous to the Gold Coast region of Alameda. The highly recognized Alameda Schools are within close proximity, as well as parks, markets, shops and restaurants. Take the Ferry, BART or Bus to San Francisco. Ferry Ride takes only 20 relaxing minutes. A beautiful commute. The restored Historic Home located at 1531 Morton Street is available for $1,169,000. Please call for a private showing.