![[Front Elevation]Approached through a pair of auto-controlled driveway gates, this refined, French-inspired estate, an elegant landmark in the heart of River Oaks, presents a classic facade of quoins, balanced wings, hipped roof, and symmetrically placed windows.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-1.jpeg "[Front Elevation]Approached through a pair of auto-controlled driveway gates, this refined, French-inspired estate, an elegant landmark in the heart of River Oaks, presents a classic facade of quoins, balanced wings, hipped roof, and symmetrically placed windows.")
![[Foyer]Exceptional, hand-selected marble tiles distinguish the foyer. Glass front door and full-length windows provide abundant natural light. Living room is shown through cased opening.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-2.jpeg "[Foyer]Exceptional, hand-selected marble tiles distinguish the foyer. Glass front door and full-length windows provide abundant natural light. Living room is shown through cased opening.")
![[Dining Room]The rich marble floor extends into the dining room from the foyer. Note picture-frame molding and full-length windows .Opening at left opens into the full bar.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-3.jpeg "[Dining Room]The rich marble floor extends into the dining room from the foyer. Note picture-frame molding and full-length windows .Opening at left opens into the full bar.")
![[Full Bar]The full bar also serves as a butler's pantry with walnut upper and lower cabinets and extensive countertop storage. Walnut cabinet at center holds a Thermador dual-temperature wine chiller. Note custom-designed black and white marble tile floor and Nero Marquina countertops.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-4.jpeg "[Full Bar]The full bar also serves as a butler's pantry with walnut upper and lower cabinets and extensive countertop storage. Walnut cabinet at center holds a Thermador dual-temperature wine chiller. Note custom-designed black and white marble tile floor and Nero Marquina countertops.")
![[Powder Room]One of this home's most stunning features is this White Beauty marble, single-block, floating sink in the formal powder room. Note lacquered walls and custom marble-tile floor.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-5.jpeg "[Powder Room]One of this home's most stunning features is this White Beauty marble, single-block, floating sink in the formal powder room. Note lacquered walls and custom marble-tile floor.")
![[Study]Flanking the foyer, the large airy living room views front and side gardens through full-length casement windows. The foyer's marble floor extends into this room as well as the dining room.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-6.jpeg "[Study]Flanking the foyer, the large airy living room views front and side gardens through full-length casement windows. The foyer's marble floor extends into this room as well as the dining room.")
![[Study]An alternate view of the living room reveals the cased opening and foyer.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-7.jpeg "[Study]An alternate view of the living room reveals the cased opening and foyer.")
![[Full Bar and Family Room]This view travels across the bar into the expansive family room with two conversation/seating areas. Note under-counter chiller in bar beneath Nero Marquino countertop. Two sets of open pocket doors (at right) reveal the gathering kitchen.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-8.jpeg "[Full Bar and Family Room]This view travels across the bar into the expansive family room with two conversation/seating areas. Note under-counter chiller in bar beneath Nero Marquino countertop. Two sets of open pocket doors (at right) reveal the gathering kitchen.")
![[Family Room]The family room features a walnut floor, fireplace, walnut book/display cabinets, picture molding, and glass doors to the patios and pool.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-9.jpeg "[Family Room]The family room features a walnut floor, fireplace, walnut book/display cabinets, picture molding, and glass doors to the patios and pool.")
![[Family Room]This view travels from the family room into the bar and, at rear, the foyer.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-10.jpeg "[Family Room]This view travels from the family room into the bar and, at rear, the foyer.")
![[Family Room]This portion of the family room includes a media / display cabinet and glass door to the patio.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-11.jpeg "[Family Room]This portion of the family room includes a media / display cabinet and glass door to the patio.")
![[Family Room]Steel-framed windows and doors provide views of the pool as backdrop in the family room. Note marble surround on fireplace.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-12.jpeg "[Family Room]Steel-framed windows and doors provide views of the pool as backdrop in the family room. Note marble surround on fireplace.")
![[Family Room]A closer view reveals more of the view through the side windows.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-13.jpeg "[Family Room]A closer view reveals more of the view through the side windows.")
![[Family Room]View from the fireplace across the family room to the bar.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-14.jpeg "[Family Room]View from the fireplace across the family room to the bar.")
![[Gathering Kitchen]Light-filled, open kitchen and breakfast area provides a casually elegant gathering spot for entertaining and day-to-day living. Appointments include granite countertops and a walnut floor. This view of the breakfast area reveals the large picture window.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-15.jpeg "[Gathering Kitchen]Light-filled, open kitchen and breakfast area provides a casually elegant gathering spot for entertaining and day-to-day living. Appointments include granite countertops and a walnut floor. This view of the breakfast area reveals the large picture window.")
![[Gathering Kitchen]Select granite countertops and backsplash contrast beautifully with white cabinetry. Note under-counter lighting, Dacor range with ovens, and stainless steel range-back with pot-filler.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-16.jpeg "[Gathering Kitchen]Select granite countertops and backsplash contrast beautifully with white cabinetry. Note under-counter lighting, Dacor range with ovens, and stainless steel range-back with pot-filler.")
![[Gathering Kitchen]A reverse view of the kitchen travels across the island into the breakfast area. Note cabinet-front SubZero refrigerator and freezer (left).](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-17.jpeg "[Gathering Kitchen]A reverse view of the kitchen travels across the island into the breakfast area. Note cabinet-front SubZero refrigerator and freezer (left).")
![[Breakfast Area]Note work station (right rear) and wall mount for flat-screen TV.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-18.jpeg "[Breakfast Area]Note work station (right rear) and wall mount for flat-screen TV.")
![[1st-Floor Primary Suite]Secluded primary suite on the first floor is surrounded by full0length windows and pool and garden views. Pocket door (left) opens to bath and walk-in closet.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-19.jpeg "[1st-Floor Primary Suite]Secluded primary suite on the first floor is surrounded by full0length windows and pool and garden views. Pocket door (left) opens to bath and walk-in closet.")
![[Primary Suite]This view reveals the picture window overlooking a fountain and gardens.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-20.jpeg "[Primary Suite]This view reveals the picture window overlooking a fountain and gardens.")
![[Primary Suite]A mount for flat-screen TV faces sitting area in the bedroom.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-21.jpeg "[Primary Suite]A mount for flat-screen TV faces sitting area in the bedroom.")
![[Primary Bath]Elegant granite, mirror, and marble finishes enhance the primary bath. Note glass-front upper cabinets, vanity counter, and jetted tub. Interior of the primary closet is reflected in the center mirror.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-22.jpeg "[Primary Bath]Elegant granite, mirror, and marble finishes enhance the primary bath. Note glass-front upper cabinets, vanity counter, and jetted tub. Interior of the primary closet is reflected in the center mirror.")
![[2nd Floor Inner Balcony]View from the inner balcony above the foyer.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-23.jpeg "[2nd Floor Inner Balcony]View from the inner balcony above the foyer.")
![[2nd-Floor Staircase Landing and Staircase]](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-24.jpeg "[2nd-Floor Staircase Landing and Staircase]")
![[En Suite Bedroom]Carpeted bedrooms on the second floor are en suite and have custom-fitted closets. Note full-length windows and wall molding.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-25.jpeg "[En Suite Bedroom]Carpeted bedrooms on the second floor are en suite and have custom-fitted closets. Note full-length windows and wall molding.")
![[En Suite Bath]This bedroom's attached bath features a glass-enclosed shower and Italian Rex marble wall paneling.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-26.jpeg "[En Suite Bath]This bedroom's attached bath features a glass-enclosed shower and Italian Rex marble wall paneling.")
![[En Suite Bedroom]This bedroom also has full-length windows, custom-fitted close, and en suite bath with Italian Rex marble paneling.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-27.jpeg "[En Suite Bedroom]This bedroom also has full-length windows, custom-fitted close, and en suite bath with Italian Rex marble paneling.")
![[Gameroom]Located on the second floor as a hub among the bedrooms. Features include a walk-in, full-bar, walnut floor, picture windows overlooking the pool, and open shelving with TV mount.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-28.jpeg "[Gameroom]Located on the second floor as a hub among the bedrooms. Features include a walk-in, full-bar, walnut floor, picture windows overlooking the pool, and open shelving with TV mount.")
![[Gameroom]An alternate view of the gameroom reveals the interior window in the full bar, and the room's picture molding.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-29.jpeg "[Gameroom]An alternate view of the gameroom reveals the interior window in the full bar, and the room's picture molding.")
![[Gameroom Full Bar]The gameroom bar features granite countertops, a sink, and a beverage chiller.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-30.jpeg "[Gameroom Full Bar]The gameroom bar features granite countertops, a sink, and a beverage chiller.")
![[En Suite Bedroom]This bedroom has a wall of windows overlooking the pool and patios. Note raised ceiling. Amenities include a custom-fitted closet and attached bath.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-31.jpeg "[En Suite Bedroom]This bedroom has a wall of windows overlooking the pool and patios. Note raised ceiling. Amenities include a custom-fitted closet and attached bath.")
![[En Suite Bath]Note marble sink deck, glass-front shower, and porcelain tile floor.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-32.jpeg "[En Suite Bath]Note marble sink deck, glass-front shower, and porcelain tile floor.")
![[Laundry / Utility Room]Located on the second floor near the bedrooms and gameroom.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-33.jpeg "[Laundry / Utility Room]Located on the second floor near the bedrooms and gameroom.")
![[En Suite Bedroom]Amenities include a custom-fitted closet and en suite bath.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-34.jpeg "[En Suite Bedroom]Amenities include a custom-fitted closet and en suite bath.")
![[En Suite Bath]This en suite bath has granite sink decks, marble tile floor, and a tub/shower.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-35.jpeg "[En Suite Bath]This en suite bath has granite sink decks, marble tile floor, and a tub/shower.")
![[Garage Apartment / Flexible Space] Garage apartment has a full bath and kitchen.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-36.jpeg "[Garage Apartment / Flexible Space] Garage apartment has a full bath and kitchen.")
![[Garage Apartment Kitchenette]The garage apartment kitchenette includes a cooktop, sink, microwave oven, dishwasher, and lacquered cabinets.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-37.jpeg "[Garage Apartment Kitchenette]The garage apartment kitchenette includes a cooktop, sink, microwave oven, dishwasher, and lacquered cabinets.")
![[Garage and Motor Court]The garage has 3 bays for cars. Door with awning opens to garage and staircase to garage apartment.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-38.jpeg "[Garage and Motor Court]The garage has 3 bays for cars. Door with awning opens to garage and staircase to garage apartment.")
![[Patios, Cabanas, Spa, and Pool]Terraces surrounding the pool and spa offer open-air and covered patios, a cabana, and an adjoining lanai outdoor living or dining room.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-39.jpeg "[Patios, Cabanas, Spa, and Pool]Terraces surrounding the pool and spa offer open-air and covered patios, a cabana, and an adjoining lanai outdoor living or dining room.")
![[Lanai]Al fresco living or dining space beside the pool.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-40.jpeg "[Lanai]Al fresco living or dining space beside the pool.")
![[Cabana]The cabana overlooks the pool, and offers sheltered outdoor living and dining space.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-41.jpeg "[Cabana]The cabana overlooks the pool, and offers sheltered outdoor living and dining space.")
![[Cabana Interior]Note wood-plank ceiling.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-42.jpeg "[Cabana Interior]Note wood-plank ceiling.")
![[Pool and Spa]A wide view of the pool and spa. Cabana is at left. Note inlaid stone hardscape.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-43.jpeg "[Pool and Spa]A wide view of the pool and spa. Cabana is at left. Note inlaid stone hardscape.")
![[Lawn]In addition to the patios and lanai, the grounds include a sweeping lawn. Note iron fencing separating lawn from the pool.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-44.jpeg "[Lawn]In addition to the patios and lanai, the grounds include a sweeping lawn. Note iron fencing separating lawn from the pool.")
![[Fountain]Stone fountain in side yard outside of primary bedroom.](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-45.jpeg "[Fountain]Stone fountain in side yard outside of primary bedroom.")
![[Generac Generator]](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-46.jpeg "[Generac Generator]")
![[Front/Side Elevation / Motor Court]](https://photos.harstatic.com/812992493/hr/img-47.jpeg "[Front/Side Elevation / Motor Court]")
French-inspired estate w/ a classic façade of quoins, balanced wings, hipped roof, & symmetrically placed windows. Circle drive w/ auto-controlled gates. Extensively renovated & redesigned by Marsh Porterfield, AIA, & Laura U. Stunning finishes include walnut paneling & flrs; black & white marble tile flrs; & marble & granite countertops. Powder rm w/ wall-mounted, White Beauty block-marble sink; walk-in full bar w/ Nero Marquina marble decks. Impressive foyer; extended family rm w/ 2 seating areas, media/display cabinet, & wall of glass overlooking patios, pool, cabana, & gardens. Inviting gathering kitchen w/ island, Dacor range w/ plancha, SubZero cabinet-front ref & frzer, & sunny breakfast area. 1st-floor primary suite w/ patio & garden views, U-shaped custom-fitted closet swathed in toile wallcovering, & a luxurious marble, granite, & mirror-clad bath. 2nd-flr offers gameroom w/ full bar, & 4 airy en suite bedrms w/ custom closets & baths w/ Italian Rex marble paneling.
Single-family
960 Kirby Drive, Houston, Texas 77019
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Kitchen( 16x13 )
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Entry( 22x13 )
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Dining Room( 17x15 )
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Home Office/Study( 21x14 )
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Living Room( 21x20 )
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Primary Bedroom( 25x14 )
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Family( 24x15 )
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Bedroom( 15x14 )
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Breakfast( 15x13 )
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Bedroom( 18x14 )
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Bedroom( 15x14 )
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Game Room( 22x20 )
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Utility( 14x7 )
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Bedroom( 17x16 )
