Find Serenity on Surrey Circle in This Bernbaum/Magadini Architects Beauty
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Tucked quietly into the beloved Upper Devonshire neighborhood and set on nearly a half-acre across from a tranquil lake, 5420 Surrey Circle unfolds as a masterclass in warm, livable contemporary design.
Now offered by Allie Beth Allman & Associates agent Lucinda Buford, 5420 Surrey Circle is looking for its next chapter. If a home is the canvas and backdrop to the lives of its dwellers, the architect is its artist. And Bernbaum/Magadini Architects designed a home worthy of a legacy.
It’s an aesthetic often attempted yet rarely achieved. Unless, of course, you’re Bernbaum/Magadini Architects, recently named among Forbes’ Top 200 Residential Architects in America.
With only one previous owner, 5420 Surrey’s next owners are poised to write a beautiful next chapter. It is a home that feels both expansive and deeply peaceful. It’s a place where architecture, light, and landscape work in effortless harmony.
The lot itself presented an unusual challenge at the start—wide at the front, narrow at the back, and no alley access. But, where many spec builders passed, Tricy Magadini, Partner of Bernbaum/Magadini Architects saw opportunity.
Her team carefully oriented the home to take advantage of southeastern light while minimizing harsh sun, resulting in interiors that are bright yet serene throughout the day. Thoughtful, maintenance-free landscaping reinforces the home’s calm, almost resort-like feel.
“The goal was to design a house that lived easily and beautifully,” Tricy Magadini said. “This home achieved all that and more. It’s truly a one-of-a-kind masterpiece, from its materials to its design to its functionality.”
Inside, the layout is efficient, yet warm. Creating a warm and inviting contemporary home is not an easy feat, yet it’s where Berbaum/Magadini excels. There are no wasted hallways, no formal rooms that go unused. Instead, open living, dining, and kitchen spaces flow seamlessly, anchored by dramatic corner glass walls that slide to dissolve the boundary between indoors and out. The result is a home that’s ideal for entertaining yet remains intimate and grounded for everyday family living.
One of the home’s most-striking elements is the foyer, where a cantilevered staircase appears to float effortlessly along the wall — a sculptural statement that sets the tone for the design beyond. Upstairs, three ensuite bedrooms and a spacious game room open to a balcony overlooking the property, creating a dedicated retreat for children or visiting family. Imagine spring nights on the balcony listening to the birds or cheering on your favorite team as you watch the game by the double-sided fireplace on crisp fall nights.
Indoor-outdoor living is truly the soul of the design, a nod to the current owners’ second home in Costa Rica and their passion for integrating the lifestyles. A covered patio — fully equipped with roll-down screens, ceiling heaters, fans, and even supplemental air conditioning —functions as a true extension of the year-round living space.
The pool and spa craft the backyard’s centerpiece, surrounded by decking and multiple seating areas ideal for both lively gatherings and quiet evenings. Accenting the pool is a gorgeous, detached guest house (complete with living space, bedroom, bath, and fitness area), that’s perfect for visiting family or to be used as a pool cabana.
Aside from its stunning design, Buford notes another remarkable element about this home: its ability to serve everyone, from large families to empty nesters, thanks to its flexible and adaptable layout.
“It’s rare to find a contemporary home that feels this warm and livable,” Buford said. “It’s exceptionally well thought out, and every inch has a purpose. Empty nesters could just use the main floor, but families have plenty of room to spread out across the whole property. It’s just so versatile.”
With geothermal heating and cooling, an in-home generator, low-maintenance materials, and a lock-and-leave ease, 5420 Surrey Circle offers not just architectural distinction, but an elevated lifestyle.
When the best of the best that Dallas has to offer — from Bernbaum/Magadini Architects to BufordHawthorne, the exceptional builder — the result is a masterful and seamless contemporary home that feels timeless, restorative, and quietly magnificent.
