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Published in Atomic Ranch magazine, Houston House & Home & Culturemap, this spectacular mid-century modern is a piece of art you get to live in!
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One of the original model homes for Glenbrook Valley, this architectural jewel was part of the Greater Houston Builder's Association's 1954 Parade of Homes show. It received a Good Brick award from Preservation Houston. Designed to compliment it's terraced setting, you won't find anything comparable!
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The front facade with stacked mint stone, and modernist screening.
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Enter into the dining area with refinished original hardwood floors. Obviously there's no shortage of natural light in this beauty!
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The floor plan was way ahead of its time, with the open concept with the kitchen to the left and the large living area staggered just below.
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An incredibly spacious and open feel. Indirect lighting down one side.
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No shortage of WOW factor in this full-throttle mid-century mod!. Modernist flooring, (no carpet) incredible walls of glass to take in the large terraced backyard.
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The glass wraps around the entire rear of the home. This is no "tract home mod", you can tell this was a show home built to impress the 100,000 people who came out in the 50's for the Parade of Homes shows.
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Beautiful from every angle. Additional windows on the street side for even more natural light.
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Stepping back up into the dining and kitchen area. Note the parquet pattern detailing below the bar.
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The open concept kitchen is original. It still retains it's original walnut cabinetry paired with updated appliances and countertops.
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A better shot of the parquet detailing. Large pantry to the right, but there is also a utility room/pantry area behind the kitchen.
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Updated appliances, more window space, the door leads to a laundry and pantry area.
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The original walnut cabinetry has all been restored. Look at how open it is!
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The floor to ceiling glass and refinished hardwoods extend down the bedroom hallway.
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Opposite view, this is unlike the more mundane mid-century houses where maybe the living room has some architectural interest, but the rest is plain. This house pops with wow factor across every inch!
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Primary bedroom with walls of floor to ceiling glass on one side, and the original built ins on the opposite wall. A panel above the bed controls all the lights in the house and is original. This house was very advanced and upscale when it was built. Vaulted ceiling and hardwood floors.
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Another view showing all the fabulous glass. Imagine waking up in this incredible room!
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Panning around the room, there is plenty of space.
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The sleek contemporary bathroom was refreshed in keeping with the modernist style of the house.
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Secondary bedroom with wall of built ins and hardwood floors.
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Guest bath redone in neutral contemporary finishes.
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The original flagstone patio wraps around the entire back of the house. The interplay between indoor and outdoor spaces is incredible in this unique home.
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If you have your heart set on a true mid-century modern, you could double the price and still not find anything to compare to the architectural WOW factor of this one.
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The large lot cascades down into a dry swale. Topography? In Houston? YES! One more unique feature about this special home!
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The picture tells the story!
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The split-level design is not something you are likely to find anywhere else in Houston. An infinity pool would look incredible in that space!
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If someone wanted to add a pool, there would be plenty of room, with lots of grass left over for pets or gardening.
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I specialize in mid-century moderns and I can tell you with confidence, you will absolutely NOT find anything else like this, even for a lot more money. This is 110% pure MCM magnificence!
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There's a lot to love here, don't let this one get away!
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The home was published in Atomic Ranch and graced the cover of Houston House and Home.
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The world class Houston Botanical Garden is located in the immediate area.
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