Tivadar and Dorothy Balogh House

The Tivadar and Dorothy Balogh House is a mid-century residence in Plymouth Charter Township featuring redwood siding and expansive glass panels that open toward wooded surroundings. The three-level interior incorporates a kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom with a double-height living room designed to maximize natural light throughout the spaces.

Tivadar Balogh, a Detroit-born architect and Navy veteran, designed and built this residence in 1959 with his wife Dorothy. The house was included in the Michigan Modern documentation project to record the state's architectural developments during that era.

The Michigan State Historic Preservation Office included this residence in the Michigan Modern Project to document the state's architectural developments.

The residence sits on a wooded parcel that offers forest views from multiple directions and ensures a secluded setting. Visitors should note that the unusual post-and-beam construction creates a distinct spatial experience that becomes apparent upon entering.

The house appears to float above the landscape, supported by posts on one side while anchored by a partial basement on the other. This bold construction technique was an experimental approach to integrating the building into its wooded surroundings.

Location: Plymouth Charter Township

GPS coordinates: 42.35060,-83.53110

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:06