http://www.kathieberg.comChicago Title(listingpromoterc.com)http://listingpromoterc.com/Uploads/99/40/19940/images/e%20perks%20photo.jpghttp://www.kathieberg.comhttp://www.6183Swainland.comSat, 19 Sep 2009 14:17:06 GMT6183 Swainland is a spacious contemporary secluded from the street and surrounded by greenery. The tall cathedral ceilings add extra architectural dimension to a well planned and well laid out home. At the entry level there is a graciously proportioned living room with a fireplace and a formal dining area off of a gourmet kitchen. Both the dining area and the living room have decks making this a wonderful home for entertaining. There is a view of the Bay and Mount Tamalpais from the living room deck. The master bedroom suite features a fireplace and includes an office with a view and access to a deck. The second bedroom is adjacent to a bath which can also serve as a guest bath. In addition on the garage level there is a den plus a half bath and a spacious laurndry room Downstairs is a commodious family room with a fireplace, a private deck , a well planned kitchen and a bedroom suite. As shown on the public record, this floor can also be a second unit with a private entrance on the side. The bedroom has a cedar lined walk-in closet, and a storage closet. Next to the entry door is a hall closet. There is a second laundry area on this level as well. Finally, on the bottom floor is a large deck with a hot tub and an adjacent room plus a full bath. The grounds have been beautifully landscaped with fruit trees and plants that prosper in the Oakland Hills climate.http://www.4364Townsend.comSun, 13 Sep 2009 14:28:34 GMT4364 Townsend Avenue, in the Glenview neighborhood of Oakland, is a charming craftsman era home located on a quiet street. Glenview's vibrant shopping district on Park Boulevard is only two blocks away. This spacious home features a flexible floor plan which can accommodate a variety of different uses. There is plenty of space for games, projects, play area or media use. There is a work shop, spacious laundry room and an extra room upstairs that can serve as an office or an additional bedroom. A front yard and a back yard provide an opportunity for gardening or play space.http://www.5336Shafter.comThu, 03 Sep 2009 17:53:07 GMTOffers Friday, September 25. 5336 Shafter Avenue in Rockridge is a beautiful fusion of traditional Craftsman architecture and modern design elements. Architect Mike Pitler (mp-architecture.com) loved the idea of blending the classic with the modern, and the result is a graceful, stunning home. The formal living and dining rooms with their original built ins, inlaid oak floors and stepped ceilings lead to a magnificent cook’s kitchen with cherry cabinets, Dacor refrigerator, 36-inch Fratelli Onofri range, Bosch dishwasher and hood, and Caesarstone countertops. Custom mahogany French doors open onto a spacious deck with an organic herb bed and a yard landscaped with Bay-friendly plants, a weeping cherry and a prolific lemon tree. The family room (former bedroom) off the kitchen features a generous built-in closet/entertainment center wired for Internet and cable, and lovely casement windows offer sunlight and views of the garden. From the deck and yard, the view back at the house reveals beautifully crafted cedar siding on the upstairs addition, seamlessly tying in the natural hues of the surroundings with the home. A den, which can be used as a home office or guest room, plus a full bath and laundry closet complete the first floor. The upstairs of the home has been transformed and expanded into an inviting, sun-filled three bedrooms, two bathrooms and "flex-space" for relaxation, homework or play. Dramatic wrap-around windows bring the outside into the two south-facing bedrooms, and multiple skylights allow for abundant natural light. The bathrooms feature custom-cut limestone tiles, with a luxurious walk-in shower in the master bathroom. Green features include a tankless hot water heater, high-efficiency furnace, no or low-VOC paint, Energy Star windows and appliances, and Toto low-flow toilets. New systems include a new foundation with seismic retrofit, all new electrical and plumbing, and a new roof. The 5300 block of Shafter Avenue is ideally located two blocks from vibrant College Avenue, BART and casual carpool. Frog Park and the Temescal Farmers' Market are also close by, not to mention the Temescal shopping district, arts center and community pool. It's a friendly block with a nice mix of old timers, newcomers and in-betweeners, with an annual block party and festive decorations at Halloween and during the winter holidays. The home is in the coveted Chabot Elementary School district (according to http://mapstacker.ousd.k12.ca.us/) and is also close to several fine independent schools. Walkscore rating of 86!http://www.1027ElbertSt.comWed, 17 Jun 2009 22:55:00 GMT 1027 Elbert Street is a light and airy 2 + bedroom Mediterranean style bungalow. Nestled in on a quiet tree-lined Glenview street, sheltered from the noise and bustle of the lively commercial district on Park Blvd, this home has a walk score of 77 out of 100. The living room has floor to ceiling windows, a natural stone fireplace and golden oak floors. The tastefully remodeled kitchen is open to the dining room. At the back of the house is a quiet office with verdant views of the yard. In addition there is a tandem garage and storage space under the house.http://www.2914Piedmont.comSat, 23 May 2009 19:43:59 GMT Luxury Living in the Elmwood Neighborhood of Berkeley The home at 2914 Piedmont Avenue is a stunning fusion of 1920s architecture and 21st century concept and technology. The combination of design elements, use of sustainable and green materials, sophisticated color choices and luxurious amenities plus a walk-score of 97 out of 100 make this property an incredible value. The concept for the house is elegant and uncluttered. The rich oak and mahogany detailing of the original 1922 house has been preserved. The original architect devised a San Francisco style Ocean District home designed to draw maximum sunlight. There is a wall of windows that extends the full width of the graciously proportioned living room. The office and dining room are constructed as room-sized bays with windows on three sides for maximum sun exposure. The formal entry and the hall at the top of the stairs are spacious and light. The gourmet kitchen is well designed for people who love to cook. There is a pot-filler spigot above the six-burner Viking range, concrete counters and deep stainless steel sinks. The cabinets are rift sawn oak and provide ample storage. The floors in the kitchen and baths in the main living area are heated, and timers can be set so floors are warm and inviting when you are ready for your coffee and shower. A remote-controlled skylight with rain sensor floods the kitchen, hallway and stairs down to the family room and guest quarters with natural light and ventilation. The spacious family room boasts space for TV viewing, pool table, game table and play area. The modern stained concrete floors for the family room, guest area, and laundry room are heated by a hydronic radient heating system. French doors from the family room open to a landscaped garden area. The large and well-designed laundry room also doubles as an exercise room. There is a wall mounted TV, a Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart washing machine and dryer, a folding area plus ample storage. The current owners maintain a treadmill in this room. On the first floor, Ethernet enters the house at the “media center,” which services the second floor office, first floor family room, and 2 bedrooms. There are no visible wires to complicate furniture arrangement. Wiring for surround sound speakers is offered in the family room, and integrated stereo speaker cables serve both the formal living room and kitchen. Although a car is not a necessity in this convenient Elmwood location, there is an attached garage with interior access next to a large “mudroom” with plenty of storage. The garage is spacious enough for cars, storage and workshop. This exquisite home won the People’s Choice Award for the Build It Green Tour in 2006 and has been featured as an example of a “green” remodel on local television.