Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty | Know Your Architecture: Midcentury Modern

The home at 3716 Summercrest Drive in Fort Worth is a textbook example of Midcentury Modern architecture, a movement that has become a symbol of superb style.

The Midcentury Modern movement in America was an adaptation of two austere, straight-lined architectural movements in Europe: International and Bauhaus styles. American midcentury architecture, which spanned roughly from the late 1930s to the ’70s, is warmer and more organic.

Its design cues include flat or vaulted roofs, open floor plans and a feeling of the inside and outside blurred into one, thanks not only to walls of glass and large glazed doors that slide away but also to the continuation of the same materials outside as inside, especially flooring. (Think slate, terrazzo or travertine.)

Movies with Midcentury Modern houses in starring roles include North by Northwest, A Single Man, The Fountainhead and Diamonds are Forever.

Built in 1962 and updated for today, 3716 Summercrest Drive offers one-story ease with open living spaces and thoughtful design. Two of its living areas have marble floor tiles and vaulted ceilings. The home’s open concept extends to the galley kitchen, with its breakfast bar and granite countertops. A third living area connects to the kitchen and a den and offers a dry bar with an ice-maker and wine refrigerator.

The master bedroom is a posh getaway, with luxuries that include a custom closet system and a private bath with dual sinks and a limestone shower. There are four bedrooms in all, another full bath and a half bath, too.

The stone patio in the backyard is easily accessible and admired from the formal living areas, kitchen and master bedroom.

The home is represented by Renee Eiband and priced $508,560.

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