10 Arc A di A Home Summer 2008 Old World Dream m aker W hen Bob and Edit Murray decided to move from balmy Puerto Rico, they wanted to build their dream home in a location that would suit them for a lifetime. Arcadia was picked from an extensive list of destinations within the United States. The home site was chosen with their school-aged children in mind, Bobby, age 15, Kathleen, age 13 and Gabriel, age 10. Ready to leave their gated community back in Puerto Rico, the couple was ecstatic to find a home where their family could entertain and live in close proximity to top-notch local schools. Arcadia seemed to be the best combination for work and play. Building the perfect home required a dedicated builder. The Murrays were certain that Bill Ray of Ray Development Co. had all the right qualifications to build not simply a house, but a specific home to raise their family. From the outside, this resort-style, old world beauty flawlessly unfolds with a cornucopia of color. Flowers line the oversized pool while jets of water leap majestically through the air. In between two large columns is an outdoor dining area with a towering stone façade that rivals even the elegance of the Royal Palms. While the outside is a showstopper, the inside nearly defies description. The genius of this design is that Bob and Edit built their home with the intent to live here forever. No detail is spared from the moment you enter the home. An intricate mosaic greets you, while a quartet of vermilion club chairs invites you to relax and enjoy the view of Camelback Mountain. In the dining room, a hand- painted, tranquil moonlit sky floats above an ornate chandelier and dining set. Next to the wine room, the wrought iron and cherry wood spiral stairway encourages exploration upstairs. The classic chess table in the living room is illuminated by an arched panoramic window. Three of these span this setting which is framed by hardwood beams, oak floors and a cherry wood bureau. The kitchen is a timeless classic with the right combination of natural lighting, onyx countertops and stainless steel appliances. Light dances playfully through the windows onto the cream ceiling and travertine floors. When asked about the kitchen, Edit enthusiastically exclaims, “we use it everyday!” Obviously, the Murrays designed not just a house, but a home where dreams are made. Home Name: Old World Dream Maker Owner: Edit and Bob Murray Designer: Edit and Bob Murray Architect: Bob Murray Builder: Ray Development Co. Square Footage: 8,005 Year Built: 2007

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