3909 N. Claremont, St. Ben’s
$2,800,000
Traditional materials of brick, concrete, limestone, steel, and zinc were used to form
this non-traditional house. Defining features include large glass walls that create visual
transparency between the home’s interior and the front and rear gardens, a completely
open floor plan, and 10-foot-high ceilings on the home’s main level, and three stories
of custom millwork that create continuity in the home while neatly hiding storage and
equipment. The house was built to be environmentally conscious (green), using the least
amount of energy, while offering the latest features of comfort and convenience.
Designed by the internationally recognized firm of Brininstool + Lynch, this
home has been published in eight magazines including i4Design, Chicago Architect, Interior Design, Trends, and The Chicago Tribune,;and;featured;on;HGTV;as;one;of;the;“World’s
Greenest;Homes.”;In;addition,;it;received;the;AIA;Chicago;Distinguished;Building;Award
and the AIA Chicago Interior Architecture Award.
This exceptional modern home is located just a block from both Bell School and
St. Benedict’s Church and School.
Named for the
famous scientist and
innovator, the Alexander
Graham Bell Elementary
School has won numerous
awards and ranks among
the top 10 percent of Illinois
schools. A PK – 8th grade
magnet school, Bell offers
three programs for neigh-
borhood, gifted, and
deaf students.
4 bedrooms
3 1/2 baths
4,250 square feet
Backyard oasis
Detached 2+ car garage with green roof
Oversized lot ( 30 feet wide)
Built as a “green” home
