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These characteristics remind us of the true value of our homes, and are very
clearly embodied in the home Reed and Leskosky have designed and built. It’s
irrelevant whether a home is modern or traditional, with leaded glass or a formal
entry. It’s only important that the house is a home for those who live in it, in a
community that supports them.
Asked why they decided to remain in Shaker Heights, when they could have
built their house anywhere, Reed was quick to answer.
“About five years ago we said okay, we’re going to stay in this area, but
we’re not staying in this house on Townley Road. So we cast a wider net:
Would we like the West Side, would we like further out? And the more we
thought about it, we said no. One thing about Shaker Heights is of course the
architecture. As an architect how can you not love that?”
“But the real thing about Shaker Heights is the people. That’s the addiction.
The people are what makes Shaker Heights amazing. It’s very much a liveand
let-live community. The neighborhoods in which we’ve lived have been
very friendly, closely-knitted communities where everyone looks out for their
neighbors. How could you live anywhere but here? You are never going to find
this kind of energy anywhere but Shaker Heights.”
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