Just half a block to the lake, this stunning Evanston landmark blends dramatic architectural features with updates for today's lifestyle. The focal point of the home is a Daniel Burnham designed atrium with a glass ceiling flooding the versatile room with light. The adjacent great hall with leaded glass windows and 20' ceilings has an exquisite fireplace imported from Italy. The cook's kitchen, designed by DeGiulio is thoughtfully designed with abundant work space, a walk in pantry and mudroom, two ovens, two dishwashers, etc. Entertaining is easy with a formal dining room, billiards room (former living room), and a 3 season screened porch leading to the back deck and gardens designed by Kettlekamp & Kettlekamp. The primary bedroom plus two additional bedrooms on the second level are all en-suite, with three additional bedrooms, 2 full baths plus a casual family room retreat on the third floor. Large custom 1000+ bottle wine cellar in basement along with storage. This distinctive home is conveniently located just steps to the beach, lakefront path and the Dempster street shopping district.