500 Belvedere Dr SE, East Grand Rapids, MI, 49506

With a focus on warmth, harmony and balance, this architect's own residence is a testament to the art of thoughtful design at the highest level. Every space is both beautiful and purposeful. A masterpiece of intentional craftsmanship, every element of this home has been meticulously planned and executed. One feels connected to the outdoors everywhere in the main level through highest-quality solid Douglas fir Loewen brand floor-to-ceiling windows, which maximizes transparency, while maintaining the utmost privacy. The visually arresting floating staircase is a sculptural element of focus, designed to allow maximum connection between the kitchen, dining space and outdoor terrace. Relax in privacy on the IPE Brazilian hardwood rooftop deck designed to emphasize the outdoor experience and green space. The sustainable and no-maintenance GreenGrid living roof, visible from inside and outside, is a beautiful outdoor sanctuary that turns a lush and vibrant green in spring and summer and beautiful reddish color in autumn. Visual harmony is created with attentiveness to every single detail and element of this home, from the alignments of the stair with counters and floors, red storage wall, blue objects wall, bespoke cabinetry throughout. Solid core doors throughout the home are uniquely designed and crafted.The lower level was conceived as a creative, entertainment and wellbeing space, which includes a cedar-clad modern Finnish sauna with potential for expanded exercise or project space. Sited in a very private neighborhood, this home is an oasis of calm, clarity and harmony in the heart of East Grand Rapids- with easy walking access to Gaslight Village and Reeds Lake.