Pure Serenity

THE ASK:

When these clients approached Empire, they came with a uniquely ambitious vision: building the healthiest luxury home possible. Recognizing Empire’s unmatched expertise in delivering luxurious custom homes, they trusted us to pioneer a new standard in wellness-focused construction. Our goal was clear: blend cutting-edge health and sustainability practices with Empire’s signature level of quality, creating a home defined as much by its purity as its elegance.

Years earlier, Empire’s founder, Kevin Mullen, needed a healthy work environment and the led the team to create our own office spaces with wellness in mind. Our client arrived with a different but equally pressing need for wellness in their living space. From that common ground, a meaningful partnership formed—one where both builder and homeowner were equally invested in reimagining what a healthy luxury home could be. This shared pursuit of health-first building was more than philosophical—it was personal.

Driven by exacting standards for health and wellness, this project demanded meticulous attention to air quality, abundant natural light, and an unwavering commitment to non-toxic, zero-VOC finishes. The result needed to deliver not just exceptional craftsmanship but enhanced quality of life through every design detail, setting a new benchmark for residential luxury and health-focused living.

THE DELIVERY:

It was through a deeply collaborative process that this home took shape. The client’s commitment to wellness and design excellence served as a continuous guiding force, while Empire’s expertise brought those values to life through thoughtful execution. Our shared priorities allowed us to align on the smallest details—ensuring both performance and beauty were held to the highest standard.

Delivering this unprecedented vision required extensive research, advanced HVAC solutions, and rigorous standards for construction materials—effectively rewriting the book on what constitutes a truly healthy home. From lumber to adhesives, paints, flooring, cabinetry, and even furnishings—we ensured every material aligned with this home’s uncompromising vision.

Our diligent approach to every detail within this custom home was meticulously planned and executed through Empire’s hallmark craftsmanship and thoughtful project management. By collaborating closely with our clients and design team, we crafted a home rooted in luxurious tranquility, with a breath-taking interior defined by its high-end elegance and meditative simplicity. Delivering on this client’s ambitions of a distinguished luxury home while setting a new standard, with a floorplan that emphasizes the home’s airiness and abundant natural light.

Our rigorous approach wasn’t just a theory—we put it to the test, resulting in the first residence outside of Japan to be awarded the prestigious GreenGuard 3036 certification, proving that a home can embody ultimate luxury and the highest of wellness standards—without having to choose just one.

FEATURES + HIGHLIGHTS:

You won’t find many homes where the air quality is a feature, yet Pure Serenity sets a remarkable benchmark for exceptional indoor air quality, making it ideal for residents with allergies, asthma, immune sensitivities, or anyone who just enjoys fresh air. Luxurious interior fixtures and finishes throughout the home prove that health-conscious selections can seamlessly coexist with sophisticated style.

Custom flat-panel oak cabinetry infuses warmth and refined elegance into the kitchen, illustrating that healthy materials can also deliver uncompromising luxury. Dramatic stone selections anchor and elevate key spaces, notably seen in the striking backlit marble powder room and the impressive 80-inch linear fireplace welcoming you into the living area.

Floor-to-ceiling windows at both ends of the home ensure abundant natural light year-round, enhancing mood and wellness. Extending the home’s healthy-living philosophy outdoors, the thoughtfully designed terrace offers three-season comfort through partial coverage, infrared heating, and a beautifully landscaped green space. Altogether, Pure Serenity is more than just a stunning custom home—it’s a proof of concept for a healthy way to build.