A Mid-Century Gem Reimagined with Quiet Luxury in Highland Hills
Tucked into a lush third of an acre in Austin’s coveted Highland Hills, this meticulously renovated mid-century modern home is a study in architectural restraint and refined materiality. At 2,491 square feet, the single-story layout feels expansive yet intimate, with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a private-entry office that effortlessly flexes between remote workspace and guest retreat.
The renovation—carried out with a designer’s eye for cohesion and craftsmanship—eschews trends in favor of timeless textures and tonal depth. Level 5 smooth wall finishes and custom wainscoting set the tone, while curated surfaces like warm hardwoods, terrazzo tile, polished marble, and herringbone Shaw Berber carpet establish a tactile richness throughout.
Location
Austin, TX
Style
Mid-Century ModernAddress
5706 Highland Hills Circle
Market
AustinState
TexasPhoto Credit
Christie's International Real Estate
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In the kitchen, function meets sculptural form: concrete-hued quartz countertops and a waterfall island play against the industrial elegance of Fisher & Paykel appliances, including a 48-inch gas range and built-in refrigerator. Just beyond, a marble-veined fireplace anchors the main living space, which opens through sliding glass to a secluded, fenced yard designed for quiet reflection or low-key entertaining.
The primary suite offers a calming retreat, complete with a spa-like marble-clad bath and a private patio. Every room is unified by a palette that balances light, texture, and shadow—punctuated by Sonneman lighting and bespoke finishes that elevate the everyday.
Notable additions include a bold, design-forward laundry room, a finished carport with tongue-and-groove ceiling, and a xeriscaped cactus wall that glows under custom architectural lighting from sunset to sunrise.
Just minutes from downtown Austin and Lake Austin, this home is more than a renovation—it’s a modern reinvention of mid-century ideals, where architectural integrity and contemporary comfort coexist in perfect balance.