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Primo Levi’s Glacial Ice and A Special Pinecrest Home

For some unknown reason upon seeing this photo the first thought that popped into my head was the famous quote of Primo Levi who wrote of drinking a glacier’s melting snow, “that water tasted like sky.”   I hesitated to include this reference in this profile of Pam Mayer’s listing of 6131 SW 128 Street in the Village of Pinecrest because, as we all know, no one likes the pretence of an obscure possibly irrelevant literary reference….but then again, sometimes relevance is overrated.

The relevance of architectural style is something that is, in my opinion, under appreciated and sometimes apparently ignored here in South Florida.  Many of the newer homes in South Florida appear to be Disneyesque and far less timeless than homes being built in older cities which is something that I imagine will change as South Florida matures.  In my opinion this home has a style and grace which give it that timeless appeal.  The property, which is currently listed for $3,100,000 is a refreshing change from most of the homes built in South Florida over the past 10-20 years which tend to exhibit primarily Mediterranean influences.

As you approach the home from SW 128 Street you immediately take note of the indigenous foliage anchored by the juvenile Dade County Pines which contrast nicely against the stone accents.  From the exterior it is evident that this home would fit in equally as well in any elegant neighborhood located in one of the more genteel southern states.[slideshow=2]

Upon entering the home you are greeted by the well proportioned foyer which opens up the soaring two story ceilings of the formal living room.  The architectural feat of making the home feel warm while also giving you the sense of being open and light, which is accomplished in the foyer, is repeated throughout the home through the use the appropriate surfaces, ideal ceiling heights, colors and finishes.  This home itself is worth making a visit but as an added bonus the current owner is a talented artist who’s work adorns the walls.

As indicated on the MLS listing this elegant Village of Pinecrest home offers:

7 Bedrooms, 7 bull baths and 2 half baths.  A summer kitchen, 7,934 square feet of living area located on a builders acre. 

To take a virtual tour of this very special home click here.

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