1743 Madison Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108

This new contemporary house in the downtown Westside neighborhood, designed and constructed by el dorado architects, features a secured back yard and deck, a planted rooftop, a terraced garden entry courtyard, and a covered front porch that floats in the trees above Madison Avenue and extends the full length of the house. The interior is a U-shaped open plan that is extends to the entry courtyard and the front porch through oversized sliding glass and screen doors, allowing cross ventilation breezes throughout spring, summer and fall. Daytime illumination is achieved 100% through natural daylighting, even during cloudy days. House achieves high level of insulation through planted roof system, insulated 2x6 exterior wall construction, continuous exterior rigid insulation paneling and thermally broken insulated glazing system. Climate control options include central AC, radiant floor heating, and a high efficiency wood burning stove. The kitchen offers a corian counter island and new, high end stainless appliances. The laundry room includes a corian counter, a utility sink and a new high efficiency washer-dryer set. The master bedroom hosts a private master bath and opens up to the front porch. Two kids bedrooms can easily transform into one adult bedroom, with an ensuite bathroom. A fully finished detached structure with steam shower spa hosts an ensuite guest bedroom or apartment capable of generating monthly income. House can accommodate a variety of dwellers, including families, empty nesters, multi-generational family occupants, or paid apartment tenants House is ideally located for walking and biking access to Westside shops, the Crossroads Arts District and downtown. The location offers easy access to Southwest Trafficway, Interstate 35 and Interstate 70. The house has been recognized with regional and international awards and has been published by Spaces Magazine, Architect Magazine and Dwell.