Ensconced in the pleasant Bird Streets neighborhood of Dallas, this 1941 Colonial home features original detailing with a modernized touch.

Lined in grass-cloth wallpaper from Phillip Jeffries, the dining room features added notes of opulence through the brushed brass drapery hardware, crystal chandelier and vintage Persian rug.

Take a spin through the storied neighborhood of Dallas and it is apparent that transition is the name of the game here. In fact, there is so much development happening that it seems there is a new build popping up in the blink of an eye. While this burgeoning city is no stranger to modernization—especially as it pertains to real estate—it is always a sigh of relief when you see a home stand the test of time. Cue this darling cottage that has been sitting pretty in the neighborhood since its original build in 1941.

A glimpse inside the lounge area, which offers moody and dark tones mixed with antique mirrors and brass art lights.

When the new owner purchased the 2,500-square-foot property, he knew that homes such as this tend to be a rarity—a true gem. Wanting to maintain as much of the original architecture and scale as possible, this bachelor enlisted the help of interiors firm Maestri Studio for a full-service revamp while keeping the integrity of the property top of mind.

The charming Colonial home stands as one of the neighborhood’s original cottages.

“This project combines traditional architecture with masculine colors, patterns and details on the interior,” shares Janelle Burns at Maestri Studio. “This house was a full gut renovation down to the studs, which mostly followed the original layout and footprint of the house, with allowances made for switching up plumbing locations and a slightly expanded footprint in the primary bathroom.” Keeping the original character and rich history of the space intact, the design team worked diligently with the client to ensure the reimagined home still possessed that unique, timeless feeling.

The powder bath adds a playful pop of green.

“A lot of subtle details were carried out in the finishes and furnishings of this project. Examples include combining silk and velvet detailing on Roman shades, using two-tone (brass and brushed nickel) door hardware against black doors, brass detailing in the custom kitchen cabinetry and leather welt detailing on the custom pillows,” says Burns. “For every grand gesture you see, there are details when you zoom in closer.” Utilizing the original moldings and several interior touches, including the French doors and original crystal chandelier in the dining room, the home evokes a familiarity that lends itself to its historic surroundings.

Cabinetry and custom details keep this kitchen sleek and stylish.

The foyer art was sourced from Bee Street Gallery, and the stair runner was done in dark gray wool herringbone with dark bronze carpet rods.

DESIGN DETAILS

LOCATION

Bird Streets

INTERIOR DESIGN

Maestri Studio
maestristudio.com

BUILDER

RJA Construction
rjadallas.com

RESOURCES

ARTERIORS

Living room sconces
arteriorshome.com

CIRCA LIGHTING

Primary bathroom lighting
circalighting.com

COLE & SON

Powder bath wallpaper
cole-and-son.com

HOUZZ

Kitchen brackets and shelves
houzz.com

KOHLER

Primary bathroom mirror
kohler.com

LIGHTING DIRECT

Antique brass exterior sconces
lightingdirect.com

PHILLIP JEFFRIES

Dining room wallpaper
phillipjeffries.com

VISUAL COMFORT

Pendant in the foyer
visualcomfort.com