This 1960s mid-century modern home in Chicago’s Indiana Head Park stays true to its architectural roots while embracing contemporary comfort. Built in 1962, the 1,862-square-foot single-family house balances original details with practical updates for modern living.
The front elevation is clean and understated. A curved stone staircase rises from the two-car garage, leading to the main entrance. To one side, a wide lawn stretches from the façade to the street, while a second green area wraps around the house, creating a private backyard.
Twin orange front doors, bold against the pale exterior, open onto a flagstone-lined entrance hall. This transitional space sets the tone inside. The same grey stone flooring flows into the open-plan kitchen and dining areas. A sandy white brick wall mirrors the exterior, blending indoor and outdoor textures.
The living room reveals a classic mid-century touch: vaulted timber ceilings with exposed beams, paired with warm hardwood floors. Floor-to-ceiling glazing and clerestory windows flood the interiors with daylight, a key element of the mid-century ethos.
The kitchen, now fully renovated, features a U-shaped island with a raised bar counter. This layout ensures easy circulation and sociable cooking. Modern appliances sit within custom wooden cabinetry, which complements both the ceiling beams and the wood-panelled dining area.
The home includes three bedrooms and two bathrooms, each finished with hardwood flooring and large windows. Every room is designed to maximise natural light and views, maintaining the home’s connection to its surroundings.
Outdoors, a large L-shaped sofa defines an al fresco lounge. Concrete pavers mark a sunbathing area, while a separate flagstone patio hosts a dining table. A vintage fireplace anchors the garden, rounding out the home’s seamless blend of mid-century style and contemporary function.
