This Italian Renaissance is currently under development in Southampton, New York and is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 1998. The residence is designed in a grand tradition with extensive use of hand cut stone, granite, marble and fine hardwoods. The exterior materials include authentic masonry stucco, hand cut camera stone columns, copper gutters, ornamental down spouts and a progressive thickness slate roof. The interior space is approximately 10,000 square feet with a floor plan that includes a grand two story entry with gallery walls, Palladian arches leading into the library, den, music, dining and living rooms and a guest suite on the main floor. Each room has French doors leading to a patio or private balcony. A large gourmet kitchen with breakfast room opens to a covered patio. The second floor features a palatial master suite with balconies on the front and rear elevation. A private roof top deck caps the rear elevation providing for a quite retreat with breathtaking views. The plan includes five bedrooms, seven baths, five fireplaces with substantial living and entertainment space. The lower level which leads out to a stone terrace and great lawn includes a game room, wine cellar, service area and separate staff quarters. Additionally, the plan includes an oversized three car garage with motor court. A gated entry and crushed stone drive leads to the main residence. An artist loft, pool, tennis court, putting/pitching green and full service cabana equipped with an exercise studio and lounge area complete this magnificent nine acre estate.