ANN ARBOR, MI — A perfectly-preserved example of Ann Arbor’s mid-century modern architecture has hit the market for $779,900.
The home at 2707 Englave Drive was designed by Tivador Balogh in 1965 for the late Richard and Claire Malvin. Balogh, then a student of famed architect Robert Metcalf, included his signature flat roof, redwood cedar paneling and open sightlines as well as a wealth of built-in cabinetry and furniture.
Perched atop a hill overlooking the Huron River, the three-bedroom, two-bathroom home totals 2,920 square feet on just under an acre. Listed by realtor Rick Taylor of Reinhart Realtors, it’s MLive’s House of the Week.
Visitors to the home enter through a glass-walled entryway into a foyer illuminated by a globe-shaped fixture that leads to the open-concept living room. A brick fireplace, stained glass accent window and Herman Miller-designed custom shelves create a cozy corner along the redwood-paneled wall. On the opposite side of the room, floor-to-ceiling windows provide plenty of light for the built-in planter box.
Custom cabinetry in the dining area and kitchen provide 1960s charm, while a built-in dining area with panoramic views offers a perfect breakfast nook.
The primary suite features a custom wardrobe and dresser, as well as a walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom. Two additional bedrooms feature matching built-in cabinetry, desks and bookshelves.
The home’s split upper level serves as a perfect open office area and connects the main floor to the wooden rooftop deck, which features 360-degree views.
The finished lower level features more redwood paneling, walk-out access to the wooded backyard and even a dedicated photographic darkroom.
Other features of the home include an attached two-car garage, main-floor laundry and a rear deck accessible through sliding glass doors from the living room.
Check out the video tour above or click here to view a gallery of images by homeowner Lori Cowan.
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House of the Week: 2707 Englave Drive in Ann Arbor
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