Beyond the scope of any imagined beauty and superior craftsmanship, lies this magnificent sculpture of a modernist/contemporary masterpiece. This masterful creation was designed by Internationally Known Architect Jo Palma. Palma is highly recognized for his award winning engineering brilliance and leadership ventures in the European Marketplace. Jo Palma was the Chief Architect for the new NATO Headquarters in Brussels.The following commentary was provided by Jo Palma regarding this Palos Park Home:The design of this house centers on an architecture driven both by its site and sustainable living. In a time when lean is green, this house attempts to embrace strong passive sustainable principles within its core design. The houses grand cantilevers along the south face provide both breathtaking views and outdoor living while also partially shading its continuous 10 foot-floor-ceiling glass windows. Also, its placement on the site was carefully examined in order to minimizing disruption of its natural landscape and wildlife. Its sustainable living is accomplished through the use of following: 1.Site orientation and a zero balance cut and fill;2.Utilizing the earths natural thermal mass within its lower walkout level to reduce energy consumption;3.The reduction of heat islands through the use of both its natural landscaping as well as its high albedo roof;4.Low irrigation demands due to the unnecessary use of foreign planting and controlled rainwater shedding to reduce topsoil corrosion within the sites natural surroundings;5.Zero maintenance decking;6.Intelligent Hybrid HVAC system consisting of a hydronic radiant floor system alongside a secondary zoned high performance convection system. The home all in all aims to provide its owners modern day sustainable living within its natural surroundings.We ask you to embrace the creative brilliance and the extraordinary style of this Master Crafted Architectural Marvel so unprecedented anywhere in this region. As unique are your own personal achievements in life, so are your rewards. Indulge yourself with the home and lifestyle that no other has to offer. Welcome to 9111 West 126th Street in Palos Park, Illinois. You have arrived!
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