Step into a piece of Fort Worth history at the iconic Ridglea Condominiums, constructed by Arlie Clayton Luther and designed by 1940s film star and legendary interior designer William Haines. Known for his belief that design should reflect how people truly live—not simply impress—Haines brought timeless style and gracious functionality to this remarkable residence.
Inside, teak parquet flooring runs through the main living areas, with original hardwoods lying beneath the carpeted bedrooms. The spacious living room features floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases, a wood-paneled wet bar, and custom drawers lined with Pacific cloth—perfect for storing silver. Pocket doors allow the kitchen's prep space to be discreetly closed off during entertaining, creating a seamless flow for elegant dinners or roaring soirées.
The kitchen includes a stainless and marble pastry counter, thoughtful built-ins, and a pantry lined in Pacific cloth for silver storage. Walls were originally wrapped in grasscloth wallpaper, now painted for a calming, updated aesthetic that honors the original design.All rooms are filled with natural light from generous windows that frame picturesque views from the second floor, enhancing the home’s inviting atmosphere.The primary suite showcases a whimsical pink-tiled bathroom and green accordion-style closet doors adorned with floral motifs, behind which hides a private secondary entrance. The second bedroom features its own vintage gray-tiled bath, and generous storage abounds throughout the condo with numerous closets and built-ins.
Three points of entry offer flexibility: a formal front door, a hidden entrance through the closet, and a shared back corridor with the neighbor, which includes a private laundry area and access to one of two elevators in the building. A rare offering that fuses Old Hollywood glamour with Fort Worth heritage and refined comfort.