Living Well | Homes Shaped by Art, Landscape & Design
a curated collection of notable homes and opportunities
June 13
The most memorable homes are often expressions of the people who create them. Some take shape through gardens and landscape, others through architecture, art or the thoughtful adaptation of space. In celebration of this weekend’s Old Town Art Fair and Garden Walk, we explore four distinctive properties where creativity has left a lasting imprint, revealing the many ways beauty can be woven into everyday living.
From a garden retreat tucked within the Old Town Triangle Historic District to a rare double-lot residence devoted to outdoor living, a reimagined live/work space designed for creative expression and an estate where sculpture and landscape share equal billing, each offers its own interpretation of living well.
A look at what happens when personality leaves its mark on a place.
1755 N MOHAWK | CHICAGO
Few properties in East Lincoln Park devote this much space to the outdoors.
6 bed 5.1 bath
Offered at $5,495,000
Listed by Natasha Motev with Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Set on a rare double lot, the limestone residence pairs expansive living spaces with beautifully integrated gardens, patios and gathering areas. Landscaped grounds, custom planting beds and a rooftop terrace with a fireplace create opportunities to enjoy the outdoors at every turn, while the home's thoughtful design ensures a seamless connection between inside and out.
1906 N FERN | CHICAGO
Hidden behind layers of greenery, this distinctive Old Town residence offers a rare connection between architecture and landscape.
3 bed 2.1 bath
Offered at $1,750,000
Listed by James Buczynski with Compass
Originally built for J.A. Licht and believed to date back to 1926, the home has been reimagined as a light-filled retreat where architecture and landscape are in constant conversation. Walls of glass frame views of climbing ivy and lush gardens, while a fishpond, outdoor kitchen and fireplace create a series of outdoor spaces that feel both intimate and inviting. Tucked within the Old Town Triangle Historic District, it is a rare example of a home shaped as much by its gardens as by its architecture.
5771 SW 94TH | PINECREST, FLORIDA
Formal gardens, sculptural fountains and European-inspired architecture define this one-of-a-kind estate set across nearly two acres.
8 bed 7.2 bath
Offered at $22,500,000
Listed by Judy Zeder with Coldwell Banker Realty
Designed by Portuondo Perotti Architects, the property unfolds through a series of thoughtfully composed outdoor spaces, from French gardens framed by English hedges to a dramatic 107-foot water feature anchored by Triton sculptures. Inside, Art Nouveau influences, soaring ceilings and custom detailing continue the home's artistic sensibility, while a tennis court, 60-foot pool and spa are seamlessly integrated into the landscape.
2331 N ELSTON | CHICAGO
Equal parts studio, gallery and home, this hidden live/work property was designed for those who see space a little differently.
2 bed 2 bath
Offered at $1,299,900
Listed by Shawn Nam with Fulton Grace Realty
Tucked within the Elston Court enclave, the property combines a light-filled loft residence with a flexible commercial space below. Currently serving as an art-filled gathering space, the lower level reflects the property's creative spirit, while a private drive, oversized garage, rooftop space and outdoor areas offer room to make, exhibit, entertain or simply imagine what's next.
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