1323 Lansford Ave Dallas, TX 75224

Located in the heart of Elmwood, this completely custom home is unique from the front entry to the backyard. Starting with the 8 foot tall, salvaged antique front doors that open into the oversized open concept living room, reading nook, half bath, kitchen and dining areas with hand scraped hardwoods throughout. The custom built reading nook surrounds a bay window while providing extra storage and display area for your most special art, photographs or decor. Adjacent is the fireplace that is flanked by more built ins that were part of the original 1926 design of the home. The fireplace is surrounded by marble tile and the home's original shiplap takes it the rest of the way to the ceiling. The living area has vaulted ceilings and is encircled with windows making the space bright and airy. The kitchen is grand, with a peninsula and an island housing storage, cabinets and drawers galore. The pantry is inclosed by another set of salvaged doors adding yet more character to the home. The dining room has antique double doors opening up to a courtyard that acts as an extension to the room making dining alfresco a dream. The courtyard also has antique double doors to the primary bedroom. It is truly a special place for morning coffee to cocktail hour or dinner outside. The front bedroom has a desk nook that is made with the original shiplap from the home. The jack and jill bathroom leads to the back bedroom which has a custom built murphy bed in it making this room versatile for guests visiting while doubling as a playroom or office space. The laundry room has a large farm sink and is right next to the mud room where all of the days bags and shoes can be left out of sight. The back door takes you out to a lovely deck that overlooks the backyard's vegetable garden, grill area and modern raised playhouse which was built from the home's original shiplap. Also the back has a shed or workshop that is air conditioned. Come see this entertainers dream home today.