This Sleek Contemporary Brings Scandinavian ‘Hygge’ to Midway Hollow

With a slate of new construction, established Dallas neighborhoods like Midway Hollow are inaugurating some incredible new designs. In a city known for its classics, builders understand that standards here are substantially higher. To truly fit into these coveted communities, construction must account for quality, creativity, and architectural integrity.

Thankfully, builders like Lardner Group Development understand this. Over the years, they have made it their mission to exceed expectations in creating exceptional homes. In fact, founder Colin Lardner earned a master’s at Columbia University’s School of Architecture for his expertise in Uptown Dallas design.

For this week’s Inwood Home of the Week sponsored by Inwood National Bank, we have a great example of their work.

This five-bedroom, four and a half bathroom, 4,409-square-foot Scandinavian-inspired property is an example of the very best of new construction in Midway Hollow.

From the exterior, this home exudes a striking character. With a minimalist facade, clean lines, pitched roof, and perfectly landscaped lawn, the architectural experts at Covert and Associates really captured the understated simplicity inherent in Scandinavian design principles.

Of course, the interior expresses this ethos at every turn as well. Imagined by Elizabeth Rorie of E. Rorie Interiors, it stands out as a true expression of sophisticated design.

“One of our objectives was to create an elevated, unique design and finish out with a flexible floor plan,” said Lardner.  “We included high-end upgrades like 10-foot sliders, large windows, custom oak cabinetry, oversized fireplace, and full quartz backsplash.”

As soon as you enter this home, you feel both welcomed by its hygge ambiance and awestruck by its expansiveness. Also, with museum-finished walls, white oak flooring, and custom fixtures, there’s no question about the quality of this listing.

The great room features 20-foot peaked ceilings, a grand fireplace, and massive sliding glass doors and windows. Here, the ambition of this grand vision comes through in the sheer expanse of the environment.

Then, the chef’s kitchen is a culinary paradise. Open to the great room, it offers elegance and a clean contemporary sophistication with its oversized island, white oak cabinetry, custom appliance facings, walk-in pantry, and striking designer lighting.

The primary suite is conveniently located on the first floor. Here, oversized windows and a peaked ceiling carry more of that palatial style into this personal space.

The ensuite bathroom is also uncompromised in its quality and attention to detail. Upgraded counters, dual vanities, a stand-alone soaking tub, and walk-in shower create an unparalleled spa escape.

Then, the oversized his-and-her closet is convenient and elegant, connecting to the laundry room which saves time and clutter.

The sheer expansiveness of this home is expressed through multiple bedrooms, flex spaces, and entertaining areas. At over 4,400 square feet, there is also ample space for storage. Examples include a thoughtfully designed garage, three attic spaces, under-stair storage, and even a modern designed mudroom.

In every space, both interior and exterior, craftsmanship is key.

“We designed this home with top quality in mind,” said Lardner. Featuring 2×6 framing throughout, mitered bathroom counters, drought tolerant landscape, and landscape lighting, the attention to detail really adds to this home’s value.”

Finally, the backyard of this Midway Hollow home brims with potential. Boasting a large covered patio and blanketed with fresh sod, this is the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors. There’s also enough room to add a pool and other amenities.

If you’re a fan of sleek, sophisticated, Scandinavian or all of the above, this listing is a score in one of Dallas’ most coveted neighborhoods.

Colin Lardner with Lardner Group lists 3880 Durango Drive for $1.93 million.