8802 MEMORIAL DRIVE
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he signature architectural style of
Robert Dame is immediately recognizable in every aspect of this impressive, custombuilt estate home known as Villa Encatado. Dame’s classic Spanish Colonial Revival design, implemented with refined grace and a sure hand, creates a highly individual residence that stands apart from others in the genre. Enhancements by the owners include curated finishes and rare materials that create a one-of-a-kind environment for sophisticated daily living and entertaining. Luxurious appointments found throughout the rooms of this home include Venetian plaster walls and curved archways; soaring ceilings with massive rustic beams and deep vaulting; trompe l’oeil and other painted embellishments; honed limestone floors, walls and fireplaces; lavish use of fine granite, marble and onyx; walnut and mequite floors and alder, walnut and cypress cabinetry; and custom-designed wrought iron balustrades and grills.
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rom an uphill position well back from its entrance gates, the
home stands surrounded by Italian cypress trees and a magnificent, Neoclassical style fountain. Within the deep portico entrance, tall and arched wooden doors are studded with rustic clavos and open into the foyer and gallery. The gallery crosses the open spaces of the home and links the grand staircase and master wing with the living areas.
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pen to the foyer and gallery, the dining room overlooks the front gardens
and fountain and has a stunning, artist-painted and gilded, stepped and scalloped ceiling. The enormous great room boasts a vaulted, beamed ceiling that soars to nearly 30 feet. A massive limestone block fireplace anchors one wall and arched glass doors on another overlook the loggia. The adjoining home theater designed by Media Design has an acoustic ceiling, custom audio and video systems, and tiered recliner seating. The gallery ends near the kitchen at the wine vault and bar. The brick and antique Italian tile wine vault has artistic bottle storage and tasting cabinets. The elaborate, travertine-appointed bar includes a wine chiller and a kegerator. The focal point of the open gathering kitchen is a raised fireplace centered in the limestone-block wall behind the adjacent great room. Amenities include fine cabinetry with rope trim and glass fronts; a refectory tablestyle island with a polished hardwood surface; and beveled granite countertops with antique Italian tile backsplash. Professional-grade appliances include a Wolf range with custom stone-sheathed hood; Wolf ovens; paneled SubZero refrigerator with freezer drawers; a pair of additional refrigerated drawers; a countertop steamer; Miele coffee system in a customdesigned cabinet; dishwasher drawers; and an icemaker. The kitchen transitions into the breakfast room and the return staircase hall. A service hall behind the kitchen contains the laundry room and a drop zone near the door to the attached four-car garage and motor court.
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richly appointed
guest powder room features a stone, fauxgilt and polychrome tile floor, stenciled walls and an antique Italian console table with faux gilding and a carved marble surface. The gallery ends at the vestibule entrance into the master bedroom where seclusion and sumptuous luxury are given full rein. Amenities include a wide-plank mesquite floor; a vaulted and beamed ceiling; a molded plaster fireplace with a rustic beam mantel; a sitting area overlooking the loggia; and a flexible space that accesses the loggia through tall glass doors. The wing also includes an expansive light-filled gym with a cork floor, mirrored doors and closets, a kitchenette and windows that overlook the crushed granite bocce court. Iridescent onyx with stone inlay extends across the floor, walls, bathtub, and seamless-glass steam shower of the spacious master bathroom. Additional amenities include two sink alcoves with tumbled travertine sinks, granite countertops, Venetian-style mirrors, and an enclosed water closet with Toto toilet. A pair of bespoke closets offers elegant dressing and storage with plush carpeting, glassfront wardrobes, chests of drawers and concealed electrical outlets. One closet has a bench; the other has Programme Martin storage and a vanity table with Hollywood lighting and mirrored cabinets.
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he library/study occupies a
quiet location at the turn of the main staircase on the first mezzanine. The room has glass-paneled pocket doors; a double-height, coffered ceiling; clerestory windows; a wide-plank cypress floor; lighted floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and locked cabinets; two desks; and a center work/display table with built-in wiring. On the second mezzanine, a spacious bedroom suite features a vaulted and beamed ceiling custom-fitted walk-in closet and a bathroom appointed with glazed imported tile and a seamlessglass shower.
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soaring, barrel-vaulted hall traverses the second floor. Spaces include a
pair of en suite bedrooms with lavish tile and stone bathrooms. Additional bedrooms, one with a study hub; and an expansive, double-sided game room. The game room has alder cabinetry and is splendidly furnished with a seating area and an elegant, fully-equipped bar. A Palladian arch defines an additional seating area that has a builtin media cabinet. Rear walls of arched glass doors provide most first-floor rooms with access and inviting views into one of this home’s most impressive spaces, the loggia. The loggia presents true extended indoor/outdoor living and valuable entertaining space which flows throughout the first floor. The loggia has bluestone hardscape, a beamed wood-plank ceiling, and an arcade facing the pool with cabana draperies. Amenities include a fully-equipped kitchen with a grill and pizza oven, a remarkable majolicastyle tile fireplace, flat-screen television, multiple seating and dining areas, and a half bathroom. The resort inspired pool has fountains, a beach, a raised spa with waterfall, a bridge, and a rock grotto and garden with waterfalls and a crushed granite walking path.
Amenities Entry (12’9’’ x 5’10’’)
12’ groin vault ceiling Recessed lighting Hanging light fixture with silk shade Double hung arched distressed alder front door studded with rustic clavos Lit arched wall recess for art display Coat closet with automatic lights
Dining Room (18’5” x 15’) 11’ trompe ceiling with cove lighting hand painted by Janie Ellis Plaster Recessed lighting Ceiling speakers Custom gilded chandelier Decorative wooden drapery rods with iron pullbacks FORTUNY Venice Italy draperies and tassels 2 arched divided light French doors opening to front garden Recessed wall art lighting Excluded: mirror
Gallery I 11’10’’ ceiling with distressed solid wood beams from 1800’s Pennsylvania farmhouse Recessed lighting Ceiling speakers Interior arched opening and half wall with stone sill for furniture placement
Butler’s Bar Barrel ceiling Track lighting Above- cabinet lighting Bonnet top glass cabinetry with accent lights and adjustable glass shelving Harlequin marble tile backsplash
Bronze sink Marble countertop MARVEL Kegerator Custom GENERAL ELECTRIC Monogram glass-front wine chiller with wooden trim Wood base serving counter with marble countertops opening to gallery I SUB-ZERO icemaker Locked wine storage with pullout drawers Access to gallery I, kitchen, dining room and sunken wine room
Sunken Wine Room (12’ x 11’10”) Herringbone pattern brick groin vaulted ceiling Hanging iron light fixture Exposed brick walls Custom hand carved iron gate doors opening to butler’s bar Wall speakers 6 iron sconces with hide shades Arched recesses with wooden shelves for wine storage, glass storage, and display with concealed rope lighting, granite countertops and carved wooden storage chests below Italian tile floor in hexagonal pattern
Kitchen (24’10’’ x 16‘8”) 12’ ceiling with distressed solid wood beams from 1800’s Pennsylvania farmhouse Recessed spot and art lighting ILLUMINATIONS LIGHTING custom adjustable projector above fireplace art Ceiling speakers Hanging iron light fixture with linen shades Lit open shelving
INDEPENDENT INC COMMERCIAL custom limestone vent hood OSBORNE alder cabinetry with bronze hardware, concealed task lighting, recessed paneling, barley twist details, glass fronts and soft closure drawers Terra cotta tile backsplash Pot filler WOLF 6 burner gas range with griddle WOLF convection microwave 2 WOLF stainless steel convection ovens Built-in paneled SUBZERO 36’’ refrigerator 4 SUBZERO freezer drawers Operable window above sink overlooking West garden with sitting area and water fountain Custom hand-embroidered fabric window treatment Granite countertops One piece bronze farm sink with INSINKERATOR disposal 2 DACOR warming drawers 2 BOSCH dishwashers Concealed pot, tray and knife storage Corner pull out cabinet with 2 lazy Susans Built-in custom coffee bar with MIELE Cappuccino Maker and storage drawers below 10’8” teak butcher block island with seating for 5 and concealed spring front cabinets Bronze island sink Built-in WOLF vegetable steamer Built-in paneled SUBZERO icemaker Designated recycling bin/garbage receptacles Open shelving below either end of island Limestone block wall with two arched
doorways to living room and a gas log fireplace with raised hearth 3 arched niches below fireplace for log storage 2 operable arched divided light raised panel alder French doors opening to loggia
Hallway from Garage Enter from 4 car garage Recessed lighting Plaster walls Alarm keypad for secure entries by staff Locked storage cabinets Access to utility room and large walk-in pantry with floor to ceiling adjustable shelving and KENMORE refrigerator
Utility Room Track LED lighting Storage cabinets Task lighting Tile backsplash Limestone countertop with storage cabinets below Stainless soak sink LG Steam washer and dryer Utility closet for AC unit
Breakfast Area (14’10” x 13’5”) Groin vault ceiling Recessed and art lighting Ceiling speakers Hanging wooden light fixture Metal drapery rod and iron pull backs Cotton embroidered draperies with bands Arched window overlooking loggia Arched French door to loggia and outdoor living area
Antique wood carved mirror and sconces MAJOLICA Italian tile Mounted stone towel holder and soap dish Polished copper faucets and towel bar Baptismal sink
Great Room (25’10” x 19’10”) Double height vaulted ceiling with solid distressed beams ILLUMINATIONS LIGHTING custom adjustable projector above fireplace art Ceiling speakers 2 custom chandeliers 3 open balcony ledges from gallery 3 overlooking great room and North garden 3 CLERESTORY windows with decorative iron detail overlooking North garden Iron drapery rods and pull backs Silk draperies and tassels 3 sets of arched operable French doors to loggia with limestone surround Large arched wall recess for furniture display Arched double alder doors to theater Storage closet with arched double alder doors Limestone wall with 2 arched entries to kitchen Limestone carved mantel Floor to ceiling limestone masonry gas fireplace with limestone carved mantel Limestone surround and hearth Excluded: mirror above mantel
Home Theater (19’3” x 14’9”)
Fixed window overlooking South garden Custom built-in storage cabinets with adjustable shelving and task lighting Custom built-in planning desk with granite countertop and storage drawers below Back staircase with custom designed wrought iron balustrades and grills, stone risers and wooden treads STARK carpet runner Under stair storage closet Arched, raised panel alder door opening to summer kitchen
Acoustic ceiling Recessed and indirect lighting Indirect lighting Retractable JVC ceiling projector and STEWART film screen Surround sound with VIENNA ACOUSTICS speakers Sound proof velvet upholstered walls and wood paneled wainscoting 8 double armed sconces Custom painted arched double doors inspired by Empire State Building and hand painted by Janie Ellis Plaster 2 rows of special leather stadium seating hardwired from floor for motion by ILLUMINATIONS LIGHTING Concealed media storage Recessed display storage
Powder Bath 2:
Staircase Hall (14’1” x 10’6”)
Plaster walls by Janie Ellis Plaster Fixed window overlooking West garden Linen storage cabinet
Double-height starburst pattern wood beamed ceiling Recessed lighting
Home Office (12’ x 9’5”)
8 CLERESTORY windows with decorative iron paneling Hanging iron light fixture 3 double armed decorative iron sconces Rotund floating staircase with custom iron banister and balustrade, wooden railing, and limestone treads and risers Recessed under stair backlit stained glass wall panel with accent lighting Limestone floors with decorative mosaic tile inlay
Powder Bath I Recessed and art lighting Deep alder crown molding Hand-stenciled plaster walls by Janie Ellis Plaster Arched alder door Antique sconces Lit wall niche for art display Antique carved mirror Brass wall mounted vessel sink 18th century antique Italian console table with a scalloped marble countertop and silk skirt Polychrome tile floor with travertine mosaic tile banding and gold leaf inlay
Master Vestibule (8’10” x 8’7”) Faux painted dome ceiling by Janie Ellis Plaster Cove lighting Wall art lighting
Master Bedroom (27’6” x 14’8”) 13’ vaulted ceiling with distressed solid wood beams from 1800’s Pennsylvania farmhouse Ceiling speakers Art lighting Custom chandelier Separate seating area Large arched windows overlooking East and North gardens with plantation shutters Double doors opening to master bath and dressing area Private gallery with tall arched glass doors leading to loggia and exercise room Recession over mantel for television Mounted wood grained RUNCO television 2 iron sconces Hand-carved alder mantel Stucco gas fireplace Stucco surround and raised hearth Rare 8 inch mesquite wood floor Excluded: 2 mirrors on either side of bed
Master Bathroom Deep groin vaulted ceiling Hanging gilded light fixture Arched window to East garden Silk window shade 2 wall niches above tub for art display 4 hand carved columns Arched Venetian style mirror with recessed lighting above 2 double armed sconces with linen shades Recessed wall speakers SAMSUNG flat screen TV BAIN Ultra Jetted tub in slab red onyx surround with honey onyx and tumbled travertine backsplash Dual vanities with red onyx countertop Mosaic marble travertine sinks Custom recessed panel cabinetry Arched seamless glass door entry to shower with hand carved trim and onyx tile with marble inlay Onyx tile with marble inlay ROMA steam shower with recessed lighting, a rain shower head, 2 additional shower heads, and tumbled travertine tile bench and floor Separate water closet with TOTO washlet toilet and bidet option Heated onyx tile floor with custom medallions and tile design All marble and onyx is inspired by tilework in Pompeii
East Closet Track lighting Upholstered velvet walls Window looking onto South garden Silk window treatment Custom built-in floor to ceiling clothing racks Glass front wardrobe Bench seat and storage with velvet cushion
West Closet Track lighting Crystal chandelier Custom built-in vanity with Hollywood lighting 2 recessed spring front mirrored medicine cabinets Honey onyx countertop Large window overlooking South garden PROGRAMME MARTIN custom clothing racks and storage drawers with safe and lockable drawers
Gallery 2 (15’7” x 8’3”) Arched cased opening from master
bedroom Glass arched double doors opening to loggia Double alder doors opening to exercise room
Exercise Room (21’4” x 16’11”) Recessed lighting Ceiling fan 3 arched operable windows overlooking private garden and bocce court 2 SAMSUNG wall mounted TV All exercise equipment and weights Concealed refreshment bar with marble countertop, GENERAL ELECTRIC Monogram compact refrigerator and storage shelfs Storage closet behind 2nd set of mirrored doors with limestone countertop Cork tile floor
2 Story Study (17’ x 12’) Double height coffered ceiling Box beamed wood ceiling Custom chandelier 3 CLERESTORY windows to South garden Tall arched Palladian style transom 2 decorative iron pocket doors with glass panels Wooden drapery rod and pull backs FORTUNY draperies Tall arched glass doors with Juliette balcony overlooking South garden Custom floor to ceiling book cases and cabinetry with PHANTOM lighting 2 custom wooden built-in desks with locked storage Wide planked mesquite wood floors Excluded: Large lit map art
Raised Third Bedroom (14’8” x 14’10) Vaulted single wooden beam raised ceiling Art lighting Hanging iron light fixture Decorative iron drapery rod Custom silk draperies Large arched window overlooking pool and North garden Operable window overlooking East garden Custom fitted walk-in closet with track lighting, built-in shelving and attic access
Raised Third Bedroom Bath Seamless glass-enclosure glazed tile shower and bench with ceramic tile
banding and inlay Distressed wooden cabinetry Carved mirror 2 iron sconces CIFIAL sink Glazed imported tile countertop with ceramic tile banding and inlay Distressed wooden chest Wooden baseboards Travertine tile floor
Gallery 3 (31’ x 6’9”) Barrel ceiling with back lit stain glass panels Recessed spot lighting Ceiling speakers 3 iron sconces 3 interior balconies overlooking 2 story great room
Fourth Bedroom (15’9” x 15’3”) Barrel ceiling Ceiling fan Recessed lighting Locked oversized storage closet 2 iron drapery rods Custom silk draperies Arched window overlooking South garden Operable window overlooking South garden
Fourth Bedroom Bath Barrel ceiling Operable window with stone sill overlooking South garden 2 iron sconces with linen shades Decorative mirror above granite countertop and vanity CIFIAL sink Tub/ shower enclosure with recessed lighting and granite tile and decorative inlay panel ALCOVE tub/shower Double iron shower rod Custom shower curtain Recessed linen closet with concealed hamper storage Large walk in closet with track lighting large built-ins and attic access Marble tile floor with decorative stone banding
Game Room (22’ x 18’9”) Vaulted, beamed ceiling Spot lighting Ceiling speakers Oversized hanging light fixture CLERESTORY window with beaded glass and decorative iron detail
Antique bronze wall clock Arched wall recess with recess lighting, 3 operable windows overlooking West garden and wet bar 2 mirrored built-ins with recessed lighting, adjustable glass shelving and granite countertops Wet bar with leather subway tile backsplash Granite countertop Hammered stainless steel sink MARVEL compact refrigerator MARVEL icemaker MARVEL Kegerator Serving bar with under cabinet shelving and knotty pine base Shuffleboard with overhead and scoreboard Fabric walls and knotty pine wainscoting Knotty pine arched case opening to media room
Media Room (15’8” x 12’2”) Ceiling fan Arched knotty pine cased entry from back stain landing 2 CLERESTORY windows overlooking North garden Operable window to East garden FUJITSU Flat screen television Built-in knotty pine wood media display with wire-front cabinets
Library Reading Room (11’7” x 10’) Vestibule from gallery 3 and game room with drop-down staircase and iron banister and balustrade Double height barrel ceiling Recessed lighting Hanging iron light fixture 3 CLERESTORY windows overlooking South and West garden in deep recessions Book case wall with cabinetry underneath 4 iron sconces
Fifth Bedroom (17’5” x 11’9”) Vaulted, single beamed ceiling Wall recession with recessed lighting for bed Iron drapery rod and pull backs Custom linen draperies Operable window overlooking West garden ATLAS mounted iron wall fan 2 oversized storage closets Walk-in closet with built-ins Pickled finish wood floor
Fifth Bedroom Bath Hollywood style bathroom with access for game room Upholstered walls 2 decorative mirrors above Italian tile countertops and vanities 4 irons sconces 2 Iron towel bars Italian tile shower with seamless glass- enclosure Italian tile floor
Second Bedroom (15’9” x 14’8”) Vaulted, single beamed ceiling Crystal Chandelier Double arched doors opening to balconette overlooking South garden Walk in closet with automatic lights and built-ins
Second Bedroom Bath Vanity with marble countertops and mirror above Recessed linen storage Seamless glass-enclosure marble tile shower with decorative tile panels and marble banding and inlay Marble tile floor with marble inlay and banding
Back Stair Hall Spot lighting Arched window overlooking West garden 2 fixed windows overlooking North garden Large staircase landing Staircase to breakfast alcove
Summer Kitchen Vaulted plank ceiling Heavy wooden beams Recessed lighting 3 ceiling fans Ceiling speakers LONESTAR vent hood with decorative Mexican tile Recessed storage cabinets Recessed spice rack FORNO BRAVO pizza oven with wood storage below Serving counter with arched openings to stone courtyard VIKING Professional Series electronic emission Barbeque Grill Recessed VIKING Professional Series 2 burner gas cooktop Tile countertop VIKING Professional Series stainless steel refrigerator 4 OCI warming drawers
Stainless 1 piece farm sink with INSINKERATOR Prodisposer disposal with sprayer BOSCH stainless steel dishwasher VIKING Professional Series stainless steel icemaker Viking Professional Series stainless steel drink refrigerator MARVEL kegerator Decorative wooden wall art Mounted SHARP Smart TV Slate tile floor and baseboards with decorative marble tile inserts
Loggia Vaulted, wood plank ceiling Air conditioning zone Iron drapery rods Cabana style draperies 2 sets of arched double doors opening to stone courtyard Piñata court with custom made ivy covered wood storage Decorative wooden rack above fireplace Distressed solid wood beam mantel from 1800’s Pennsylvania Farmhouse Raised gas fireplace with hand painted ceramic majolica-style tile surround Slate tile floor and baseboards with decorative marble tile inserts
Interior amenities MESA Security system Built-in VIENNA ACOUSTICS stereo speaker system AMX Home Automation System controls front gates, thermostats, garage doors, LUTRON lighting system, MESA alarm and security cameras PANASONIC Phone System CCTV System LUTRON Low Voltage Lighting System with projection and phantom lights Decorative REGGIOS iron registers throughout Wooden return air throughout Raised panel alder doors throughout BALDWIN oil-rubbed bronze hardware throughout 200 year old hand-hewn ceiling beams Custom milled ceiling, window and door trim 9 zone HVAC with UV filtration Independent HEPPA air filtration system Venetian plastered walls and ceilings by Janie Ellis Radius-edge walls throughout Cased openings throughout All cabinetry features self-closure drawers
Interior amenities continued Hand chiseled honed limestone flooring throughout first floor Pine, pecan, walnut and 8 inch mesquite plank floors 10’ wooden baseboards with plug plates
Exterior amenities Terra cotta tile roof Lightning rod Wood rafters and sheathing Stucco walls with stone detailing Oversized screened copper gutters and downspouts Metal clad windows throughout with stone window sill Automatic driveway gates PECK custom gas sconces Italian cypress trees
Neoclassical style fountain Deep portico entrance Side garden with water fountain Resort-style saltwater pool with fountains, a beach, raised spa with waterfall, a bridge, and a rock grotto and garden with waterfalls Gas fire pit Bocce Ball court Crushed granite walk path around the large backyard Mosquito system Sprinkler system Security/ Flood and landscape lighting 4-car garage with attached workshop Tankless water heaters with recirculating pumps Water purification and softener system
Exclusions: dining room mirror, great room mirror, master bedroom mirrors, wall map in study room, garden ornaments and benches Custom Christmas decorations by Regina Guest (available upon request) Year Completed: 2009 Architect: Robert Dame Original Interior Design: Chandos Dodson Interior Design House Sq. Ft.: 9,768 per HCAD Lot Sq. Ft.: 45,326 per HCAD Landscaping Design: A.J.’s Landscaping HOA: Pine Wood Estates $2,936.44 annually Price Upon Request
FIRST FLOOR
DESIGN by Robert Dame
SECOND FLOOR
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