Breathtaking property, architectural treasure on Chicago’s North Shore-Glencoe

Breathtaking property, architectural treasure on Chicago’s North Shore Glencoe! http://ht.ly/hHlsB

Glencoe Property for Sale with Historic French Architecture Past-North Shore Real Estate

725 Greenleaf Ave in Glencoe, Illinois 60022, is the quintessential French Eclectic style, French Provincial or French Chateau, fashionable in the 1920s and 1930s. The style was utilized most often in residential architecture and emerged from an increased knowledge of French architecture and an appreciation for French culture.

American soldiers, who had served in France during World War I, returned home with a first-hand familiarity with French domestic architecture, particularly from the Normandy and Brittany regions. In addition, numerous Pacific Northwest architects who designed these homes had received training at the Ecole des Beaux Arts School, the most prestigious fine-arts school in Paris, and came back to America ready to apply what they had learned. Further fueling the popularity of the style was a number of photographic studies of modest French homes which were published both in architectural journals and popular magazines. These photos and commentary provided architects and builders with many models to draw design ideas from.

1918-1940 Sample Design:

The French Eclectic style is rectangular in plan and symmetrical in design, and is at least one-and-a-half stories in height. The main distinguishing characteristic of the style is a massive hip roof with its ridge paralleling the front of the house. The roof incorporates a second floor, which is typically lit by the addition of several dormers. Most of these dormers have segmental or hip roofs, although shed dormers can be found. Commonly, the dormers are located within the plane of the exterior wall and incorporate larger than normal windows.Exterior cladding can be of brick, stucco or clapboard.

Detailing varies from formal classically inspired door surrounds with pediments and pilasters, to a more loose English Tudor flavor with board and baton doors and round arched entry porches. Windows may be either multi-light double-hung sashes or casement style, and are often highlighted by decorative shutters. In order to expand the structure, frequently wings are added to the sides of the main block of the building and are usually subservient in size. Decorative quoins are often found at the buildings corners and near doors and windows.

Washington State Examples:

Feel free to contact Gloria Matlin for a private showing of this lovely east Glencoe property! More info HERE and HERE!

North Shore Sunday Open House- 521 Jackson Ave, Glencoe

Open House: Sunday, November 13, 2011  2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

A GRACIOUS UPDATED COLONIAL RESIDENCE FOR SALE ON A PREMIER STREET. EXCEPTIONAL ROOMS UNFOLD INCORPORATING VINTAGE CHARM WITH TODAY’S LIFESTYLE -WITH A STUNNING MASTER SUITE AND COOKS KITCHEN WITH ADJACENT FAMILY ROOM. A BEAUTIFULLY LANDSCAPED FENCED YARD IS COMPLETELY PRIVATE. THIS METICULOUSLY RENOVATED NORTH SHORE HOME INCLUDES A FINISHED BASEMENT, A (2) CAR ATTACHED GARAGE AND MUD ROOM. A MUST SEE!!

See the virtual tour and directions by clicking the photo or visit:

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Recenly Reduced North Shore Gem: 1708 Northfield Square

During this Halloween weekend (October 29th & 30th), you may want to make time to see this immaculate 2BR/2Bath Condo with a recent price reduction..Priced for a quick sale within a great North Shore location– Northfield, Illinois. The property includes 1 car garage.  A bright unit with wonderful North Shore real estate possibilities. Sliding doors with southern exposure from Living Room and Master Bedroom. Kitchen has juliet balcony. “SOLD AS IS”.  CLICK THE PHOTO TO SEE THE VIRTUAL TOUR

Contact Gloria Matlin with Questions or to Request a Showing!

North Shore Open House: 1055 Julia Ct., Glencoe 1-3pm 10/16/11

SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE: 1055 Julia Ct., Glencoe 1-3:00PM 10/16/11.See Virtual Tour HERE!

SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE: 911 Oak Drive,Glencoe Oct. 9th, 2011

SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE: 911 Oak Drive, Glencoe, Illinois  12-2pm 10/9/11 See Virtual Tour

**Open This Sunday: 911 Oak Drive,Glenco

**Open This Sunday: 911 Oak Drive,Glencoe 2-3:30pm 9/11/11** http://ht.ly/6pMBw

**OPEN HOUSE: 8/7- 911 OAK DRIVE** – GLENCOE REAL ESTATE FOR SALE

See Video For Details: http://youtu.be/XQRf6WoFWcs

Fab updated home on Chicago’s North Shore- Glencoe, IL. 5/8 acre w amenities galore. Gourmet Kitch incl butl pantry,
large bkfast area, Subzero refrig, 2 warming drawers & built-in
espresso/coffee machine. Serene Master Suite incl sitting rm & luxurious spa
bathrm. Great Room overlooks spectacular private yard with heated auto-cover
pool & hot tub. This dream family home incl automatic generator, security
system, sprinklers, dog run. Great location

 

**OPEN HOUSE** 911 Oak Drive, Glencoe

**OPEN HOUSE** 911 Oak Drive, Glencoe -Sun, Aug 7th 1:00-2:30PM..See Video For Details… http://youtu.be/XQRf6WoFWcs

Open House: 270 Mary-Sunday March 13th (2-4pm)

270 Mary, Glencoe, IL 60022: Open House-Sunday March 13th (2-4pm). Visit  http://www.realtor.com for more details!