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1142 Kenilworth Avenue, Kenwood - $2,350,000
3 beds, 3.5 baths, 1,456 square feet. Year built: 1973.
Exterior. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
This picture has a lot going on; there's the A-frame, a pool, a spa, trees, vineyards, and mountains in the distance. For a house that was lauded for its 'sensibility', this home looks ready to entertain. Click through to get a good aerial view...

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View of the top from above. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
Here you can clearly see the main 'A' in the architecture. Though this is a view of the back of the home, the great thing about an A-frame is you already know what the front's going to look like. (A triangle.) Scroll to head inside...

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Front door/entry. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
The front door/entryway is kind of unassuming. Most people would walk in and think this home won't be different than any other traditional 1970s house - until they go to the living room. Click to check it out...

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Living room. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
You can see how the use of glass - for the entire wall - solves all interior design problem.The doors lead out to an outside living room, as well, and no matter which one you choose to relax in, the views are stunning. Scroll for another perspective...

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Living room. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
Looking at the living room from this side, you can see how they've solved the 'empty space' created by the sharply slanted roof. Lofts are a common part of most a-frame houses. But not all parts of the home have sharp angles, click to see the dining area...

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Dining area. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
Dining area. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
This dining area can be as casual or formal as needed, it's a comfortable space that allows guests - or family - to talk with the person who's doing the cooking. Scroll through to see it from the other side...

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Dining area. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
From this angle you can see that though the ceiling is flat, thanks to the second story, the wall is slanted. They've added a shelf with a cleverly angled back to avoid wasted space, but, notice how things like paintings or pictures can't be hung on the wall. Click to explore the kitchen...

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Kitchen. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
The kitchen is spacious, and has definitely been updated since the 1970s. Stainless stell appliances and granite countertops help break up the all-white color scheme. Before we head to the downstairs den, scroll to see a hidden gem...

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Wine storage. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
If you have an A-frame, you've got to be clever with storage. A wine cellar wouldn't (necessarily) work, but this wine closet will do nicely. It's time to get to work; click to see the den...

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Den. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
One school of thought is that the 'leaning' wall makes the room feel claustrophobic. The other side of that is that it's a unique, creative space. I especially enjoy the pop of color the red couch brings to the room - I'm going with creative. Scroll to head to the stairs...

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Stairs. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
Heading to the stairway, you can tell how the angle of the roof and the straight lines of the doorways and steps need to be balanced so the interior doesn't feel hectic. Click to view the upper loft/hallway...

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Upstairs hallway. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
The angles are about to get far more pronounced as we get closer to the peak of the roof. The windows in the living room are just as impressive from up here. Scroll to get to the master bedroom...

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Master bedroom. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
The master bedroom is all angles and interesting interior architecture. The ceiling is high enough that even with sharply angled walls, you probably won't feel claustrophobic. These high, peaked ceilings are what made heating/cooling these stye of homes a challenge. Click for a closer look at the reading nook...

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Reading area. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
This cozy reading nook is unique, minimalist, and seems like a place someone could sit to get immersed in their favorite novel (or magazine). Scroll to view the bathroom...

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Master bathroom. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
Speaking of minimalism, this master bathroom with large porcelain soaking tub is all updated, and all modern. But this isn't anything compared to the guest room; click through to check it out...

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Guest room. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
This guest room is right at the apex of the roof. Though the ceiling is high - by default - it may feel like the walls are closing in if someone isn't a fan of tight spaces. Is it just me, or is it getting stuffy in here? Scroll to head outside to the fresh air...

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Outdoor living room. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
We saw this outdoor seating area through the glass when we first came in. From out here, you can admire the architecture without feeling pressed in by it. And what's that? There is, indeed, a pool. Click for a closer view...

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Pool. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
Even better is a pool and a spa. The pool is placed close enough to the edge of the deck to give sunbathers a good view of the landscape, but stops a foot short of being an infinity pool. It may seem, at first glance, that all someone would see are tree trunks, but scroll through to head back to the seating area for the view...

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View. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
This is the view that people want to see when they come visit. the Mayacama Mountains, Sugarloaf State Park,and vineyards. Click to head back to the pool area because there's something we forgot to look at...

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Changing room. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
What I had assumed was a storage ara is actually a modern looking changing room with sliding barn doors and an outdoor shower to rinse the pool water off with. But this patio leads to another fun area, scroll to find out...

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Barbecue area. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
My favorite part of living in Sonoma County is the weather that allows for a barbecue at almost any time of the year. Except those non-stop rainy days. Oh, and that unexpected hail storm. But, we won't worry about that right now. Click to take one more look at the pool from the opposite end...

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Pool view. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
Just another view of the pool and the outdoor area. In know what you're thinking - talking about having guests over is great, but what about parking? Scroll to find out...

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Garage. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
A garage ia no problem, though it may not be triangular. This is the front of the home; click to get a clearer view...

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Front of home. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
This is what the front of the house looks like straight on. Without the bisecting part of the home, it would be a typical winter cabin. If you live in a unique home, you have to have a sense of humor. Scroll to see one more clever design addition...

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Shed. (Photo courtesy of Pacific Union International)
If you need a storage shed, it's always best to make sure it fits the look and feel of the main house.