1120 EASTON ROAD

1120 Easton Road

Refined Retro in East Dallas

Your dreams of a modern pad on a massive lot in the heart of East Dallas just came true thanks to 1120 Easton Road, a mid-century gem that has just the right mix of retro and refinement.

The gated compound feels like a secluded oasis hidden beneath the tall, old-growth trees one expects to find in East Dallas. Inside, tasteful yet fun touches abound the minute you step across the slate-tile front porch and walk through the crimson-colored door.
The formal living and dining areas overlook the front yard, which include a babbling brook and pedestrian bridge. The home’s southern exposure helps fill this living area with light that bounces off the white, exposed-brick walls. This combined with spaciousness make it a perfect spot for entertaining guests and hosting events.

Venture farther into this magnificent home and you’ll find the open-plan kitchen and family room overlooking the covered outdoor patio and jaw-dropping backyard. There is an original pizza oven and grill built in to the bricks that has been encouraging outdoor living and dining since 1959. Situated on almost an acre, this home’s private garden boasts expansive manicured green space, majestic trees and an out-of-the-way basketball court. The yard is waiting a soccer match and is ready for flag football. An outdoor storage building, clothesline and potting shed help make your vision of becoming an East Dallas homesteader a reality.

Add some sleek window walls along the perimeter and easily invite nature into your home. On warm days, open the doors and be one with nature. When temperatures dip, build a fire in the casual dining area off the kitchen and share a warm bowl of something delicious with loved ones while you gaze at the verdant scene behind the window. One of the many benefits of modernist living is being surrounded by nature every day of the year, and this home’s large windows and abundant natural light make it possible.

Another thing the modernists got right was storage. This home’s kitchen is a boon to home chefs who like to keep the cupboards stocked. There is plenty of room for the dry goods, the exotic spice blends and this year’s newest gadgets behind the mid-century custom cabinetry with period hardware. The cabinets are topped off with dazzling granite in shimmering hues of green and brown, while a farmhouse sink stands ready to tackle the largest bakeware in your collection.

Around the corner from the kitchen and down the stairs (It’s a split-level, after all.) is a bonus room with hardwood floors, exposed brick and stained millwork elegantly contrasting with white walls. With privacy from the main living areas, access to the backyard, a wet bar and storage, it’s suitable for most anything. Use it as a media room, game room, study or studio. More custom cabinetry cleverly conceals a washer and dryer, making it much more glamorous than your average all-purpose room.

Nearby is a guestroom with a separate bed and full bath. Your visitors will appreciate the lighthearted comic book wallpaper, and they’ll be grateful for the peace and quiet their out-of-the-way accommodations provide.
On the opposite end of the house are two additional light-filled bedrooms, a full bath outfitted with a skylight and space aplenty for a seated vanity or extra storage. The on-point tile and fixtures are the perfect complement to mid-century style.
Down the hall is the master suite, a quiet spot for rest and relaxation that offers beautiful morning light, modern tile accents and closets that offer storage enough for the 21st century. An adjoining master bath provides dual vanities, a walk-in shower and mid-century accents paired with luxury marble tile.

When the mood strikes, leave your private paradise and venture out to see what East Dallas has to offer. Take the bikes down to White Rock Lake, pack a picnic and spend an afternoon at the Dallas Arboretum or just order takeout from local restaurants. It’s what the modernists would have done.