1500 North Lake Shore Drive - #7-8b , Chicago, IL 60610
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Description
Rarely available, apartment 7-8B offers approximately 5,000 square feet of elegantly proportioned living space on two levels. The generously proportioned foyer includes a stunning marble floor, elegant arch doorways, and a one-of-a-kind curved staircase. The bright, spacious living room offers a wood-burning fireplace and magnificent lake views in three directions. A sophisticated wood-paneled library includes a second fireplace, an en suite powder room, and a fully outfitted wet bar. On the opposite side of the living room, the handsome paneled formal dining room is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen and butlers pantry was designed by de Giulio and includes custom cabinetry, commercial stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and a wood-beamed ceiling. The kitchen is open to a cozy family room ideal for relaxation and casual entertaining. The service area has been transformed into a bedroom with en suite bath and works well for guests, a home office, or live-ins. The homes upper level offers three spacious en suite bedrooms as well as the laundry room. The large master suite offers views of the lake from every window and includes a perfectly proportioned bedroom with fireplace, a luxurious dressing room, several closets including a huge walk-in, and a renovated marble bath. Each of the other two baths on the floor has also been renovated to perfection.Home to many of the citys top executives, this elegant 25-story cooperative overlooking Lake Michigan is considered one of Chicagos most exclusive residential buildings. It is also one of Chicagos only buildings designed by Rosario Candela, a renowned architect from New York City. The building is comprised of 57 apartments, each customized for the individual residents at the time of construction by different architects.1500 N. Lake Shore Drive offers superlative service. From the attentive door staff to the manned elevators and deliveries to each residences door, the professional staff takes great care of the residents. Amenities include a 24-hour doorman; on-site property manager, engineer and maintenance staff; receiving room; bike and private storage; and a large porte-cochere providing for covered pick-up and drop offs as well as easy access to the buildings spacious private valet garage.The building is located on the corner of Lake Shore Drive and Burton Place, steps from the lake, park and the Latin School of Chicago.
