6648 Highland Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70810

Mediterranean Estate with Courtyard Pool and Park-Like Grounds. Comprehensive restoration and renovation of a palatial estate. Set behind a wrought-iron gate and framed by palms and mature oaks, this stucco and clay-tile villa blends Mediterranean and Moorish design with exceptional craftsmanship. Twin Corinthian marble columns and a hand-carved wooden door welcome you inside. Polished marble floors, sculpted Moorish archways, and dark timber beams set an artisan tone in the foyer. The great room soars beneath a domed ceiling ringed with clerestory windows and a cascading crystal chandelier. Gleaming hardwoods, a marble fireplace, a sweeping staircase with wrought-iron balusters, and walls of French doors complete the space. A second living area features a fireplace with hand-painted blue-and-white tile, a tile ceiling frieze, and built-in window seating. Custom built-ins with rich red backing create a dramatic library or display space. The open kitchen offers cream cabinetry,...