1777 Bryden Road

1777 Bryden Road
Columbus, Ohio 43205

entry Gallery...



Tall ceilings and broad open space greet you as you enter through the massive oak-and-glass front door. The classic oak continues with golden hardwood floors. The stately fireplace (the first of six) lends an air of history... The first set of pocket doors lead to the Parlor, a grand staircase takes you to the second floor. A half bath hides beneath the stairs and past the stairs you find the entrance to the amazing kitchen...

the Parlor...


The double pocket doors and flickering fireplace make for a roasty warm space to settle in with a book or a movie... and the large windows let in tons of light when it's nice out. wired for sound, control tunes on the entire first floor from here... (separate volume control in kitchen)

the Dining room...


With paneled walls, elegant wallpapering, and original, built-in leaded (illuminated) china cabinets, the dining room with its 1914 original pendant light is the perfect place to entertain freinds. Ample light through banks of windows keep this room light and airy. passage to the kitchen leads right to the Bar...

the Kitchen


completely gutted, redesigned and modernized, the large kitchen features abundant Scandinavian cabinetry, a large Chef's range with full SS hood and backsplash, a bar, stainless appliances, a custom granite topped island counter, great lighting and, in case there's a spill, access to the laundry chute. dine in casual comfort or entertain the masses... this kitchen was built with the cook in mind.

second floor Bath...


at the top of the staircase a custom built stained glass transom window leads to this mosaic tiled bathroom with refinished XL clawfoot tub / shower. spacious with clean tall lines and great color scheme keeps this bathroom casual and comfortable.

a bedroom...


spacious with a transomed entry, wood floors, closet, brass accents, CAT-5 and phone receptacles, mirrored mantle... loads of space...

another bedroom...


also with polished brass hardware, great original tile fireplace and mantle, closet with stained glass windows, hardwood floor and lots of space...

the Master suite, bedroom...


double french doors with transom windows above lead you into the large master suite... plush carpeting underfoot throughout. more glass paneled doors access the sunroom/sitting room... tall ceilings, recessed dimmable lighting, and ample space will make you want to settle down... the passage to the master bath is lined with built-in storage, a huge walk-in closet...

the Master suite, sunroom...


lined with windows looking out into the surrounding trees, the sunroom glows with natural light year round, making it an inviting place to nap with a book, or actually read it...

the Master suite, bathroom...


fully appointed with travertine tile and mosaic, porcelain tile from italy, large jacuzzi soaker tub, huge glass enclosed shower with two heads with separate controls, marble countertop, lots of lighting and mirrors, huge banks of vented glassblock windows for privacy and great natural lighting... and digitally controlled, programable heated floors... never wake in the morning dreading cold tile beneath your feet... you'll never want to leave...

finished basement, office...

great lighting and large space in this finished office/rec room... one of four rooms in the basement. modern custom cabinetry, track and recessed lighting, a darkroom-style antique cast iron enameled sink, two closets, video arcade... and that's only in this room! There is another huge laundry room where the 'chute brings the laundry to you, with a big utility sink and a spare refrigerator, an exit to the back yard, a separate tool/workshop room with the meticulously wired 200A service box, wireless and CAT-5 HQ, and yet another big utility room with the new 75gallon hot water tank and new furnace!!

first floor 5/8 bath...


Tucked under the staircase, this oak and hexagonal tile bathroom has a standard has a standard toilet... and extra... more than just a 1/2 bath! The corner cast-iron enameled sink is a rare vintage touch from a century ago...

entry Gallery... redecorated...


another view of the entry...

architectural details...


abound in this home... the filigree on the radiators alone is stunning... and if it is the Modern that you delight in, they are heated by a top-of-the-line Weil-McLain ultra-high efficiency boiler, computer controlled, which is an impressive piece in it's own right...

the yard...


a view of the big back yard... both the front and backyards are landscaped with flowering and decorative trees, shrubs, grasses, evergreens and tons of flowers for year-round beauty. rare tulip bulbs were even imported from Holland! flagstone patio and hearth for parties and outdoor fun, a garden area, off street parking, a tool shed, and of course, for the dog, it is completely fenced in...