Single Family Residence in HAGERSTOWN, MD

Welcome to 1924 Applewood Circle, where Art, Shelter, and Function coalesce to form tranquil Beauty. Designed by architect Richard F. Heyer and built in 1971, this mid-century modern gem provides open concept Living infused with thoughtfully designed built-in cabinets and the kind of ample storage space you would expect from a such a Home.  Upon entering through double doors from the embracing front porch, guests experience a unique entry with polished slate floors, pierced by custom planters drenched in diffused natural light.   From these planters, flora reaches to the skylights in the towering ceiling above.  From the entry, polished concrete floors meander throughout the space, eventually pouring into the sunken living room endowed with an elegant glass fireplace.  The Home is well appointed with many large windows and is oriented to the sun, thus ensuring that the interior is bathed in light throughout the day whether the sky be bright or dreary.  On bright days, as the sun moves through its arc, occupants are entertained with ever-drifting and changing sun sculptures brought about as the sunrays pass through the patio trellis and strategically placed windows.  At night, when the moon is bright and the lights are out, the common areas are enchanting, the moon beams passing through the clerestory windows creating a magical glow.  With its well planned work triangle, the galley kitchen is efficient yet has ample storage space due to the custom-built cabinets and high ceilings providing extra storage above.  It too has plenty of diffused light throughout the day thanks to its clerestory windows high above.  The layout of the home is perfect for hosting get togethers due to the open floor plan with both the living and TV rooms featuring sliding glass doors opening onto the spacious wrap-around stone deck.  The bedroom wing has three bedrooms, each with ample storage built in, two full baths, and a large linen closet.  As in the common areas, large banks of windows allow lots of light in while providing tranquil views of the largely secluded property.   The generously sized garage fits two cars, with plenty of room left over for storage or a small workshop.  It faces west too, so that you'll have the late afternoon sun to relax in while detailing your car or motorcycle in the driveway after a productive day's work.  This one-of-a-kind Home just has so much to offer, Living in the space constantly reveals new facets of its beauty and you'll find yourself asking how you ever lived in a cookie cutter house up until now.   So, if you appreciate the beauty of mid-century design and the function of a well thought out and executed Home,  you're going to fall in Love with 1924 Applewood Circle.