Ravenswood Manor
Located in historic Ravenswood Manor, 2924 W. Wilson Ave. is a new deconstructed home that combines green technology with luxury finishes. This six-bedroom, three-and-one-half-bathroom, 4,800-square-foot home is certified as both a Chicago Green Home and an Energry Star certified home, and is in the process of becoming LEED certified.
Every room in the house has at least one energy-efficient Pella Architect Series window. In addition, there are low VOC paints, caulks and adhesives used throughout to reduce indoor air pollution. Soy-based foam insulation is used throughout to maximize energy efficiency and minimize potential air leaks. The tile and countertops featured in several rooms of the home are made from recycled materials and solar panels that heat potable water for shower, dishwasher, dryer and laundry use.
The first floor features reclaimed hardwood floors that were salvaged from the previous house and then refinished. The living room has a wood burning fireplace with gas starter flanked by stained glass windows, which were also reclaimed from the previous home. Also located on the first floor are the dining room, powder room, mudroom and a great room that has custom bookcases with a leaded glass door reclaimed from the deconstructed home. There are also sliding doors that lead outside to the deck and backyard.
The kitchen comes equipped with stainless steel and energy-efficient appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf gas cooktop and electric wall oven and InSinkErator garbage disposal. The butler’s pantry features a GE Monogram wine refrigerator, an undermount sink and glass front cabinets.
Upstairs is the master bedroom and bathroom, as well as three guest bedrooms, one guest bathroom and a laundry room equipped with a side-by-side Bosch Nexxt 500 Plus Series washer and dryer.
The master bedroom includes a gas fireplace, vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, two walk-in closets, separately zoned heating and cooling and a balcony that overlooks the yard. The master bathroom features marble floors with mosaic inlay, a double vanity, a Kohler jetted tub and a large walk-in shower.
In the lower level are the home’s family room, two more bedrooms, a full bathroom and an extra room. The family room features Mohawk Everstrand recycled carpet and in-ceiling speakers. The bedrooms include the same recycled carpet and custom organized closets. The full bathroom features radiant heated Natural Hues Eco-Body tiled floors and a dual flush toilet.
For more information, contact Robin Miner or Stephen Baxter with @properties. Miner can be reached at 773.742.6494 or rminer@atproperties.com and Baxter can be reached at 312.254.0200 or sbaxter@atproperties.com.
2924 W. WILSON AVE.
Location-2924 W. Wilson Ave., Ravenswood Manor
Housing Type-Single-family
Delivery Date-2009
Price-$1,500,000
Co-op Commission-$2.5% – $250
Architect-Nathan Kipnis
Developer-Green Door Development