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Historic significance and contemporary design combine to create an estate of rare and timeless beauty. Pariso Verde offers more than 7,500 square feet of luxurious living space on 3.79 acres of landscaped in the prestigious community of Montecito, California.

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hrough the gated entry, past ancient oaks and towering eucalyptus, the shaded drive leads to the Texpansive and welcoming Main Residence. Created by Donald Nulty, AIA, the design was inspired by Santa Barbara’s Spanish Colonial Revival of the 1920s and 1930s. A massing of block-like forms, the effect is at once formal and comfortable, timeless and contemporary. Adding to the breathtaking beauty of Pariso Verde’s architecture, are the talents of Kathryn Sokol Van Vliet, which are apparent throughout the estate’s interior, as well as, in the landscape design.

The home is fronted by a gracious Motor Court inset with river rock quarried from the Andalusian region of Spain. A wide brick walkway leads gently up through the terraced , while water spills down Moroccan-tiled runnels on either side. In the expansive entry court, graceful arches frame square windows and walls of glass glisten from thick slab walls.

The façade, like all of Pariso Verde, is a brilliant blend of old and new. The three-story tower — the signature architectural element of the property — was one of the first structures built on the original estate. Ludington’s remarkable Peristyle Court, constructed of Roman brick and embellished with Roman antiquities, has been meticulously restored. These historic structures fit seamlessly into the home’s contemporary design. At the same time, modern additions sit comfortably in the historic setting. The stylish chimney surrounds, for example, reflect the roof design of the playful garden What-Not designed by Lockwood de Forest.

THE FACADE

Rustic yet sophisticated lighting casts an inviting glow in the entry court. Light fixtures throughout the home and grounds were custom-designed by renowned local artisan Hans Deus, and all ironwork is hand-wrought.

New chimney surrounds bridge past and present by reflecting the roof design of Lockwood de Forest’s original garden What-Not.

Pariso Verde blends harmoniously with its pristine surroundings and boasts breathtaking mountain views. The brick entryway leads through terraced gardens to elegant, arched iron and glass entrance doors, into the heart of the Main Residence.

The Motor Court is inset with river rock quarried from the Andalusian region of Spain. It is framed by a garden of olive and lavender terraced with hewn sandstone.

Re-circulating Moroccan- tiled water runnels flank the wide walkway.

THE ENTRY

Grand in scale and beauty, the Entrance Gallery greets you and your guests with welcoming warmth. Sunlight spills through oversized arched windows, illuminating the floor of antique French pavers. Overhead, aged wooden beams frame a pillow ceiling with custom stenciling.

The Entrance Gallery opens ahead to the spacious Living Room and the elegant Tower Stairwell. The original Mediterranean Revival tower, designed circa 1912 by renowned architect Bertram Grosvenor Goodhue and remodeled in 1949 by Lutah Marie Riggs, has been opened up to create a light-filled stairway to second- floor living quarters. A massive wrought-iron light fixture hangs below the artglass skylight. Medieval carved wooden panels, original to the Peristyle Court, adorn the walls.

The Tower Stairwell, with hand-hammered wrought-iron rails, leads to the second floor.

A custom Moroccan-tiled Powder Room is accessed from the Entrance Gallery. PARISO VERDE _|ä|Çz eÉÉÅ

he dramatic Living Room epitomizes the casual comfort of California living. The hand-painted, Tcoffered ceiling, designed after the historic Adamson House in Malibu, gives an intimate warmth to the soaring and spacious room. Walls of glass open to the West Terrace and the lush gardens beyond, creating a harmonious blend of outdoor and indoor living.

Respect for the past and meticulous attention to detail are evident in every feature. The north wall is composed of stone selected to resemble the Roman Brick of the Peristyle Court beyond. A massive cut-stone fireplace anchors the east wall, perfect for warming family get-togethers and formal gather- ings alike. The antique fireplace screen, featuring an intricate quadrifoil design, was fashioned from a garden gate on the estate grounds. A large table in the center of the room was crafted from an antique door original to the 1912 structure.

The Living Room is the central point of the axis along which the house and gardens were oriented in the original design. Standing below the custom light fixtures, one has a sweeping view of the estate. Look northward to the 18th Century in the Peristyle Court and beyond to the original cutting gardens. Gaze southward past the Moroccan bubbler and the glass-tiled swimming pool to the allee and rill. The vista terminates in a wrought iron gate located at the edge of the property, designed especially for that particular space and purpose. the LIVING ROOM &

The Spanish Revival architecture of the early 20th Century, of which Pariso Verde is an outstanding example, was noted for its harmony between the exterior image, interior space, decorative elements, and the building's function. The style is epitomized in the Great Room and Patio, where custom Hans Deus lighting and Roman-style bricks are featured on both interior and exterior. Inside and out meet seamlessly through the oversized glass doors. the BAR A stone fountain, believed to be 400 to 500 years old, is the centerpiece of a courtyard paved with Turkish bricks Exit the south door of the Living Room to find a colorful bar of distinctly also thought to be five centuries old. Moroccan ambience. This indoor-outdoor room beckons family and From the Living Room, the view guests to relax in comfort and splendor. The bar area is sunlit by day sweeps past the fountain to the pool and illuminated with dramatic sconces by night. The limestone floor and oaks beyond. opens to an adjacent courtyard paved with Turkish bricks, said to be 500 years old, and highlighted by an ancient stone fountain. A Walker-Zanger tile border decorates the walls of the Moroccan-styled bar. the KITCHEN & family room

Sleek and modern design partners perfectly with Old World ambiance in the state-of-the-art Chef’s Kitchen. Designed by the masters in precision kitchens, Bulthup of Germany, the room is appointed with superior surfaces and appliances throughout. A huge island is topped by a solid slab of white Carrera marble. Dark walnut cabinetry creates a dramatic counter- point to gleaming stainless steel and aluminum backsplashes and appliances.The Gaggenau range and ovens, dual Subzero refrigerators and warming drawers, and dual Miele dishwashers make large-scale entertaining a breeze. Crowning the space is a magnificent coffered ceiling with inset lighting. The adjacent Butler’s Pantry features matching custom cabinetry, Subzero wine storage and an electric dumbwaiter.

Truly the heart of family living, the kitchen opens to the breezy and inviting Family Room. A custom fireplace and custom interior shut- ters on windows and doors, set into two-foot-thick walls, enhance the Mediterranean style.

Top-of-the-line Bulthup kitchen cabinetry provides abundant storage space with sleek modern lines.

The Family Room opens to the Pool and Loggia on the west and to a terrace with built-in barbecue on the east.

Old World charm is captured in the dining room the rich textures of sandstone quarried from the estate and original hand-wrought ironwork. Relaxed elegance characterizes the formal dining space, open yet intimately sized for gatherings of friends and family. Old World ambiance Convenient to the Dining Room is created by stone columns, a vaulted ceiling, and walls made of sand- is the spiral staircase that leads to stone quarried from the estate. The custom-made fireplace is finished the Wine Cellar and Tasting Room. with an intricate hand-wrought screen, complementing a custom Hans Deus-designed chandelier. A spectacular iron-and-glass door, opening Expansive windows and archways let to the East Terrace, perfectly frames the breathtaking mountain view. sunlight pour into interior spaces. PARISO VERDE exyÄxvà|Çz cÉÉÄá

he view from the West Terrace sweeps across sloping ground to two shaded, sun-dappled Trectangles of green. These are the Reflecting Pools of the early estate, now transformed into elegant . The geometrical formality serves as a counterpoint to the natural landscape of oaks and eucalyptus trees beyond. It is the perfect setting for a game of croquet or an artist’s easel.

A semi-circular flagstone terrace abuts the west end of the upper . Designed by Lockwood de Forest for owner and art collector Wright Ludington, the terrace is edged by a concrete Roman-style bench, the base of which is ornamented with a white marble frieze of foliage and animals. A large Medieval-period well head, carved from a single block of marble in an intricate pattern of foliage and animals, commands the center of the terrace. The style of the carving suggests that it, like many of the garden’s sculptural embellishments, is from Northern Italy and was probably carved before the end of the late 15th Century.

Two steps below the semicircular terrace, the rim of the upper Reflecting Pool lawn is ornamented with the same style marble carving as that on the terrace bench. The lower Reflecting Pool lawn is framed with the same design and material, and is embellished at its eastern end with two large Classically-styled statues which appear to be Italian, dating to the 18th Century. the refelcting pools

Originally used for water storage and irrigation, the tanks were later turned into Reflecting Pools by owner Wright Ludington and landscape architect Lockwood de Forest. Today, the pool structures frame terraced lawns, creating a serene and idyllic beauty. Shaded by oaks and eucalyptus, caressed by the soft Mediterranean climate and surrounded by antiquities, visitors are transported to another time and place. Centerpiece of the semi-circular terrace, the ancient well head is carved from a solid block of marble. It is believed to be more than 500 years old.

The same marble carving of foliage and animals is found on the terrace’s Roman-style bench and rim of the upper Reflecting Pool lawn.

A series of naturalistic sandstone steps leads from the Main Residence to the Reflecting Pool lawns. At the base of the slope a meandering pathway leads to a small bridge built of sandstone blocks. the master bath Marble flooring and countertops and glazed white sinks provide a crisp contrast to dark mahogany cabinetry. Richly appointed with custom cabinetry, marble flooring and views to the far horizon, the master bath is a serene and private retreat. His and Hers Large windows let the outside in, sinks and a spacious multi-head, steam shower create the ambiance of the providing a treetop view of the finest spa. An adjoining bathtub room, embellished with custom lighting verdant gardens. fixtures and treetop views from oversized windows on three sides, provides the ultimate in luxury and relaxation.

Awake each morning to the the master bedroom unparalleled scenery of California’s Riviera. This spectacular view from the master bedroom stretches to Walls of windows frame gorgeous mountain views in this sumptuous upstairs retreat, while French doors the distant mountains. open wide to let in the gentle breeze. Soft colors and a sense of pure privacy—the Master Suite alone occupies the home’s second floor — create a feeling of serenity and repose. Adjacent to the main bedroom is the spacious master bath, dressing room with Sapele mahogany cabinets and a walk-in closet with Miele washer and dryer. the OAK GROVE

Located to the north of the Reflecting Pool lawns and terrace, a majestic grove of oaks stands guard over the antiquities and natural beauty of Pariso Verde. Dappled light breaks through the lacy canopy to outcroppings of stone and plantings below. A prime example of Lockwood de Forest’s genius for using native species, the grove features Coast Live Oaks which thrive in the coastal environment. The oaks are evergreen, creating a romantic and picturesque scene year-round. A part of the upstairs Master Suite, the Study offers unsurpassed privacy and serenity.

Custom Stewart’s cabinetry and African black walnut flooring create a look of richness and warmth.

the STUDY Attention to quality, detail and authenticity is evident in the unique, hand-wrought fireplace screen. Relax with your favorite book, snuggle up by the fireplace, or simply gaze out the windows to the historic garden What-Not and Allee and Rill. There’s no better place than the Study, adjacent to the Master Bedroom. Custom Stewart’s cabinets are a beautiful backdrop for your valued collectibles or personal library and the rich, African black walnut flooring conveys a feeling of warmth and solidity. the tasting room & wine cellar

Located near the celebrated wineries of California’s Central Coast and Santa Ynez Valley, Pariso Verde features a one-of-a-kind, state-of- the-art Tasting Room and Wine Cellar. The rooms are entered by a dramatic spiral staircase descending from the main level near the Dining Room. The circular stairwell and adjoining circular Tasting Room are constructed of sandstone quarried from the estate grounds, painstakingly hand cut and shaped.

The cellar holds approximately 1,700 bottles in a temperature and humidity-controlled environment ideal for fine wines and cigars. The Tasting Room is lighted by a custom-designed, hand-wrought chandelier. A silent ceiling fan and the non-porous stone surfaces keep the room free of smoke and fumes.

the media room

Pariso Verde’s subterranean Media Room rivals the finest theaters. Custom acoustic wall panels are engineered for perfect sound in every seat, and the screen adjusts to the movie’s format. Plush, curved sofas offer unsurpassed seating and lounging comfort. For the ultimate in convenience, an adjoining wet bar keeps refreshments close at hand and ample cabinetry is provided for movie storage. A Powder Room is easily accessible.

In addition to the Media Room, Wine Cellar and Tasting Room, the lower The lavishly tiled Powder level features a generously sized Laundry Room, a Mudroom with a farm- Room complements the Old World stone and arches house sink and cabinets of century-old Wormy Chestnut, a guest bedroom of the home's lower level. and bathroom with wheelchair access, and outdoor and garage access. A dumbwaiter conveniently carries groceries and other goods to the main The room is convenient to level. the Media Room and other rooms on the lower level.

OLD WORLD SOPHISTICATION. CUTTING-EDGE SYSTEMS

Electrical System Pariso Verde has been masterfully designed to afford its owners Includes a Master AMX system with Vantage electrical system and Escient with the best of old and new. While the estate’s historic character Music Management System. Bundled wiring throughout provides the option to has been preserved, state-of-the-art electronics have been incor- select fiber optics in the future. porated for the ultimate in convenience, luxury and safety. Internet The entire house is wireless with a Cisco Systems server and firewall. Privacy Gates Pool Gates synchronize with car-mounted transponders which can be programmed to communicate with the house computer system. Updated with a fully automated ozone filter monitoring and water cleansing system and underwater surround sound stereo system. Generator Water The unit has an auto-transfer switch, and will power virtually the entire home. A reverse-osmosis system services the entire home with pure water. Irrigation Heating - Cooling Designed for golf course use, the irrigation system can be controlled remotely by laptop computer. Two wells provide all of the estate’s irrigation. Radiant heat is provided on all three floors, with forced air and air conditioning in the Master Suite. the running creek

Water features have been an integral part of the landscape since the earliest days of the estate. Lockwood de Forest used , rills and reflecting pools to link elements and define the gardens. Today, the has been reimagined as the lush and naturalistic Running Creek. The stream meanders around stones, under bridges and past trees and shrubs through the sloping property. The effect is totally natural — and perfectly planned and controlled. Each rock and planting along the creek’s path has been placed for optimum effect and beauty. The stream terminates in a small pond, where it is recirculated.

The recirculating Running Creek flows through the Oak Grove and past the Reflecting Pool lawns to the lower end of the property.

Garden paths lead across the Running Creek.

endless garden paths

Shaded pathways wander through and around the estate, inviting exploration and peaceful garden walks. One can meander through shaded groves and lush shrubbery, across the stream and onto bricked terraces, from one end of the property to another without ever retracing a step.

Here, as throughout Pariso Verde, exquisite design and craftsman- ship erase the line between old and new. Original sandstone steps lead down from the home’s West Terrace to meet a new flagstone path. New pathways lead to an old stone bridge and spill onto an original flagstone terrace inset with antiquities. Meticulous attention to detail, including hand-selection and placement of stones and plantings, ensures that each feature blends seamlessly with the next.

With its huge variety of colors and textures, the garden is both serene and surprising. Changing light and seasons make every walk through the grounds a new experience. endless garden paths

Idyllic and romantic viewed from the terraces above, the gardens of Pariso Verde are even more beautiful when seen from the pathways within. The variety of vegetation is spectacular, with each planting selected for individual effect as well as contribution to the whole. Sculpted native oaks and eucalyptus cast shadows and patterns, while the greenery of the garden creates texture and color against surfaces of flagstone, tile and brick. True to the landscape philosophy of Lockwood de Forest, the gardens are newly planted with native species and exotics suited to the southwestern climate.

Built on a knoll, the Main Residence of Pariso Verde commands a sweeping view of the expansive gardens.

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he unique Peristyle Courtyard is perhaps the most celebrated feature of the Pariso Verde estate. TThe site of numerous antiquities, it is itself a rare and important example of Classical Roman archi- tecture built in America before World War II.

The courtyard was designed by Lockwood de Forest circa 1930 – 1935 for the purpose of housing Wright Ludington’s collection of Greek and Roman antiquities. That extensive collection now resides in the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, of which Ludington was a founder.

The square courtyard includes a roofed gallery supported by twelve pink marble columns, believed to be of Venetian origin. The gallery’s floor is divided into a grid of Verde Antico marble slabs. Twelve of the squares are inset with natural pebble mosaics depicting the signs of the zodiac, while the four corner squares feature stylized sunbursts. Several niches, alcoves and doorways are set into the gallery’s interior walls. Showcased in the center of the open courtyard is a square reflecting pool and exquisite Portuguese marble fountain believed to date from the 18th Century.

A remarkable number of antiquities still adorn the historic Peristyle Court. Ancient Roman marble relief fragments are inset into the brick side walls, some dating between the 1st and 3rd Centuries AD (1,700 to 1,900 years old). A Latin-inscribed antique marble surround holds a doorway leading into the North , the original cutting garden.

A double glass door, centered on the east wall, opens into the Living Room of the Main Residence. The Peristyle Court and current Living Room were the center of many lavish parties hosted for Ludington’s eclectic circle of acquaintances including monied aristocracy, Café Society, Hollywood celebrities and artistic circles of the avant-garde. peristyle court

The courtyard connects to the Main Residence through a grand iron and glass doorway. Twelve Venetian, pink marble columns support the gallery roof. Natural pebble mosaics are inlaid into the marble gallery floor. Ancient Roman marble reliefs are embedded in the interior gallery walls. They are believed to be fragments from the lid of a sarcophagus dated from the 1st to 3rd Centuries AD. Centered in the open courtyard is the square reflecting pool and Portuguese marble fountain, believed to be four centuries old.

A Latin inscription embellishes the antique marble surround of the doorway leading to the gardens.

Open to the sky, a large rectangular exedra, or recessed sitting area, is bathed in sunlight.

Centered in the Peristyle Court’s Roman Brick wall is a heavy, antique wooden door, leading to the original cutting gardens.

Tiered with sandstone walls and rosemary , the olive garden has a distinctly Mediterranean look and feel.

The Art Studio door is flanked by antique tiles and massive, century-old urns imported from Spain.

the art studio

The wonder of Pariso Verde is that it completely erases the line between old and new; between art and state-of-the-art. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Art Studio, nestled in a grove of old olive trees north of the Motor Court. A path of weathered and chiseled sandstone leads to the heavy wooden door, centered between panels of decorative antique tiles. In fact, the mature olive trees were recently transported to the estate, the sandstone recently quarried from the property, and the antique tiles freshly applied to the new building’s walls. Inside, large tables stand ready for arts and crafts of all kinds. But this is more than an art studio — it is also the state- of-the-art pump room, the control center for the estate’s massive cistern and irrigation system and generator. the guest house

Guests to Pariso Verde enjoy uncompromised comfort in stunning natural surround- ings. The two-bedroom, two-bathroom Guest House sits amid towering oaks behind vine-covered walls. The original Guest House, built in 1948, has been completely reconstructed to Lockwood de Forest’s design, with architecture complementing the Main Residence. Inside, the open floor plan features a kitchen with granite counter- tops. Walls of glass overlook a shady grove near the creek; generous use of wood, brick and windows blur the lines between inside and out.

A flagstone walkway leads to the entry gate.

The private, enclosed yard is perfect for guests with children or pets.

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Pariso Verde’s sparkling swimming pool is right at home in its surroundings of art and antiquity. Its Psurface is like an artist’s canvas, picturing the natural landscape and architectural beauty it reflects. The deep azure hues of recycled glass mosaic are brilliant against the red brick coping and .

Like all of Pariso Verde, the pool and spa incorporate the latest and best features available, including a fully automated ozone filter monitoring and water cleansing system. Swimmers enjoy underwater surround sound stereo.

Preserved beneath this magnificent setting is the historically significant structure and surface of the estate’s original pool, constructed between 1910 and 1912. Designed to serve as both reservoir and swimming pool, it is recognized as one of the few surviving examples of an early poured-in-place concrete swimming pool. Another historically significant artifact, a large marble relief of the Lion of Saint Mark, looking down from the Tower structure, is clearly visible from the pool area. The ancient symbol of Venice, the lion suggests that this relief was sculpted in northern Italy, and is believed to date from the 18th Century. the pool & pavilion

The pool area is ideal for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the temperate California climate. The deck offers ample space for sunbathing by day or playing under the stars by night. An adjoining Pool Pavilion offers escape from the sun, as well as a fireplace for cozy warmth on chilly evenings. The Pool Pavilion is easily accessible from the Family Room.

The sparkling, state-of-the-art pool sits within the footprint of the preserved original, which is recognized as one of the few surviving examples of an early poured-in-place concrete swimming pool. Dating from the 18th Century, this large marble relief of the Lion of Saint Mark is clearly visible from the pool area.

the what not

Original to the estate, this stunning was built in 1927 by Lockwood de Forest for owner and friend Wright Ludington. The design was based on that of an Italian baptistery the two viewed on a joint excursion to Italy. Known as a What-Not, the open structure is covered by a six-sided roof, capped with a four-sided lantern and peaked by a sphere and cross. The raised, pillared lantern inspired the design of the chimney surrounds of the Main Residence.

Located at the southern end of the Main Residence near the entry Numerous antique Venetian and drive, the What-Not is a purely decorative garden ornament. It is just Byzantine marble reliefs ornament as beautiful inside as out, with arches framing vistas of trees, lawns the solid block concrete walls. and shrubbery. Unlike the squared exterior, the interior is circular Bring your book or glass of wine — with a floor of terra cotta bricks laid in a circular pattern. Light glows the What-Not offers serenity and from a wrought-iron lamp hanging from the high peaked ceiling. privacy. PARISO VERDE g{x e|ÄÄ

mong the many water features on the grounds of Pariso Verde, the most remarkable is the Rill. ABeginning at the antique-tiled wall fountain at the base of the Pool terrace, water flows hundreds of feet down a sloped, ficus-bordered Allee to the southern edge of the property.

Two sets of staircases on either side of the fountain lead up to the pool and frame the semicircular fountain inset. A small pool at the base of the fountain directs water into the Rill.

Defining the head of the Rill are two 18th Century Granite Corinthian columns. The Rill itself is a stucco-lined channel approximately four inches wide and three inches deep, centered in a walkway of terra cotta brick. The water flow ends in a pool adjacent to the driveway, where it is recirculated; the rill continues to the edge of the property, past a wrought-iron gate custom-designed to define and continue the view.

the RILL

From the lower end of the Rill and Allee, the view leads up to the antique-tiled fountain and the Pool and Residence above. The Allee is flanked by a tall ficus .

A custom iron gate continues the view beyond the property’s edge.