first impression. The chef-inspired kitchen features a spectacular waterfall island in Taj Mahal quartzite, a premium natural stone sourced from Brazil, renowned for its exotic high-end slabs. Unlike man-made surfaces, this distinctive stone is prized for its durability, natural veining and unmistakable luxury appeal, elevating the entire space. Complemented by top-of-the-line Thermador appliances, silhouette bar fridges, Kobe hood fan and a concealed pantry, this kitchen is both beautiful and functional. The open-concept living room showcases an 11-foot floor-to-ceiling glass wine cellar with capacity for 60+ bottles, alongside a beautifully curved-tile fireplace surround.Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms, each with a private en-suite and heated floors. The primary retreat features 12-foot ceilings, a custom fluted feature wall, dual walk-in closets with built-ins and an arched makeup desk. Its spa-inspired en-suite includes a steam shower with body sprays and built-in bench, a soaker tub beneath a skylight, dual vanities and Kohler Vibrant French Gold fixtures. A stylish laundry room with custom cabinetry, designer Lee Jofa Luxury wallpaper and upgraded black stainless steel LG washer and dryer completes this level.The developed lower level features exposed open-web joists with no dropped bulkheads, creating a clean, expansive ceiling. Enjoy a glass-enclosed fitness studio, recreation room with wet bar, private pocket office with heated flooring, spacious fourth bedroom and four-piece bathroom with heated floors. In-floor heating rough-ins provide added future flexibility.Featuring an extensive collection of premium upgrades throughout, this exceptional home offers thoughtful details designed to elevate everyday living. Highlights include a spacious 20′ x 21′ garage with upgraded epoxy flooring, gas and EV charger rough-ins, A/C and central vacuum rough-ins, upgraded 200-amp electrical service, and heated flooring in all bathrooms and the office, with many more upgrades to appreciate throughout the home.Enjoy an outstanding Hillhurst location close to Queen Elizabeth School, Kensington shops, restaurants and cafés, downtown, SAIT, the University of Calgary, Foothills Medical Centre, Alberta Children’s Hospital and the Bow River pathway system. A rare opportunity to enjoy refined inner-city living in one of Calgary’s most desirable communities. (id:62650)