Quiet Luxury. Bold Architecture. A Coveted Address

Design-Driven Residence of Quiet Luxury

A Coveted Address in Short Hills

Conceptualized and designed by the renowned architect Thomas Baio, this extraordinary residence is set on the highly sought-after E. Hartshorn Drive, one of Short Hills’ most prestigious and desirable streets. It offers a rare combination of architectural distinction, thoughtful design, and everyday livability. The home sits on an oversized, flat lot with a beautiful flat yard and room to add a pool, creating a perfect balance of privacy, prestige, and outdoor potential.

A Modern Architectural Statement

A rare and architecturally refined residence, 2 E Hartshorn Drive is a newly gut-renovated and expanded luxury home completed in 2026, offering 6 bedrooms, 6 full baths, and 1 half bath across three beautifully finished levels.

The home immediately makes a confident statement with its modern façade, HardiePlank board-and-batten siding, standing-seam metal roof accents, and thoughtfully curated exterior lighting. A welcoming front porch leads into a dramatic double-height foyer crowned by the Sonneman Constellation chandelier, a sculptural statement by the renowned New York–based luxury lighting designer, setting the tone for the exceptional design found throughout.

A Home with a Clear Design Vision

The interiors were thoughtfully curated, and it shows in every detail. The home reflects a philosophy of quiet luxury—a sophisticated, color-drenched modern neutral palette that creates warmth, cohesion, and a calm, gallery-like atmosphere. Wide-plank oak floors flow throughout, while a curated lighting collection from Sonneman, Visual Comfort, Tom Dixon, and 101 Copenhagen adds sculptural presence and architectural depth to every space.

This is a home where design is intentional, refined, and timeless.

Living Spaces Designed for Both Beauty and Life

The main level offers elegant formal living and dining rooms before opening into a spectacular open-concept great room with a sleek linear indoor-outdoor fireplace and walls of oversized black-framed windows overlooking the backyard. The layout is both impressive and comfortable—equally suited for large-scale entertaining and relaxed everyday living.

Each space flows effortlessly into the next, creating a sense of openness while still maintaining definition and purpose.

A Showpiece Kitchen with Exceptional Materials

The chef’s kitchen is the heart of the home and a true design centerpiece. It is anchored by a dramatic oversized waterfall island in Volupia Green quartzite in a polished finish, paired beautifully with Taj Mahal quartzite in a leathered finish—a striking contrast of color and texture.

Custom cabinetry, premium appliances including a Wolf gas range, and statement fixtures from Visual Comfort’s Signature Collection complete the space. A fully equipped butler’s pantry and prep kitchen—featuring an additional sink, refrigeration, wine storage, and wall ovens—allow for seamless entertaining while keeping the main kitchen pristine and elegant.

Thoughtful Details on Every Level

The dining room is crowned by a sculptural gilded gold ring chandelier from Visual Comfort, creating a warm and dramatic focal point. The powder room is its own design moment, featuring the iconic Melt LED sculptural sconce by British designer Tom Dixon.

The main level also includes a private first-floor guest or in-law suite, a dedicated pocket office, and a well-designed mudroom—making the home as functional as it is beautiful.

A Primary Suite That Feels Like a Private Retreat

Upstairs, every bedroom is en-suite, offering privacy and comfort throughout. The primary suite is a serene sanctuary featuring three walk-in closets, a spa-inspired bath wrapped in Venetian lime wash and finished in exquisite Venetian Vendôme stone, and a flexible bonus room ideal as a nursery, office, or private sitting room.

The bedroom is illuminated by the stunning 101 Copenhagen Stingray chandelier, designed by acclaimed Scandinavian designers Kristian Sofus Hansen & Tommy Hyldahl, adding a soft, sculptural glow to this peaceful retreat.

This level also includes a laundry room, coffee bar with beverage station, and a walk-in linen storage

A Fully Finished Lower Level for Modern Living

The finished lower level extends the home’s versatility with a large entertainment sports lounge and wet bar, an additional bedroom and full bath, playroom, and flexible bonus space ideal for a gym, studio, or media room.

A Flat Backyard with Room for a Pool

The oversized, level backyard is a rare offering in this location and provides exceptional flexibility—featuring a stone patio, an indoor-outdoor fireplace, and plenty of room to add a pool while still preserving generous lawn space for play and entertaining. The property also includes an oversized two-car garage and a large driveway, providing ample parking and everyday convenience.

A True Turnkey, High-Quality Build

This is a fully permitted, professionally executed renovation featuring a brand-new roof, HVAC, and mechanical systems throughout. With 6 bedrooms, all en-suite, every space is intentional and every detail—from stone selection to lighting design—has been thoughtfully curated.

A Home of Lasting Architectural Value

2 E Hartshorn Drive is a design-driven architectural residence defined by restraint, proportion, and material beauty—where quiet luxury, sculptural lighting, and refined natural finishes come together in a timeless, deeply livable way, on one of Short Hills’ most coveted streets.