Built in 1964 | Design by J. Bertram King and Charles M. Sapenfield

The construction of the Warren Wilson Presbyterian Church and College Chapel was made possible by a matching gift from an anonymous donation and contributions from friends of the college, church members and alumni. Local materials were used as much as possible. Stone was hauled from nearby Bee Tree Valley by student work crews and the walnut wood for the cross in the chancel came from the college forest. The cross was designed and made by Hardy Davidson, a neighbor and Farm School alumnus. The design of the structure points upward and the many triangles are used to represent the trinity. In 1968 the North Carolina Institute of Architects gave J. Bertram King Architects an honorary award for the design.

Want to see more of Bert King's work? Visit our Pinterest page on him here. Cheers!

Our friends from Asheville Flea For Y'all will be hosting a meet and greet to give local dealers and vendors, including mid-century and vintage furnishings dealers and found art creators, an opportunity to see first hand what the organizers have been working on, get a feel for a the gorgeous venue and even pick a spot for this monthly event coming soon. Stop by the Flea's venue at 468 Riverside Dr at 5pm this Thursday. Light beer, wine and snacks will be provided. If you want more info or to sign up go to the "Asheville Flea for Y'all" facebook page. We hope to see you there. Cheers!

— Kelly and Troy

Built in 1963 | Designed by SIX ASSOCIATES

Justice Center was named after Charles "Choo-Choo" Justice who began his extraordinary football career on the Asheville High football team. After serving in World War II, Justice was an all-American at UNC Chapel Hill and went on to play for the Washington Redskins. The Justice was named for the outstanding local athlete in 1973, 10 years after the buildings construction.

A special thinks to Kevan from Asheville By Foot for my personal tour of UNCA and helping gather information on the campus. Cheers!

— Troy

A big thank you to our co-host, Jeff Crawford, for opening his cool home in Mountainbrook last night to so many of our shared friends and the modern community. The Roost remodeled pad looked amazing and everyone enjoyed meeting designer and builder David Way. It was definitely one not to be missed! For those of you who didn't make it or want to see it again enjoy the tour, here, of this modernized, mid-century home. Thanks again and cheers!

— Kelly and Troy

Kelly and I brought our Seller/Builder together with one of our Buyer's on this modern, shed style home yesterday prior to breaking ground. Greg McGuffey of Earthtone Builders approached us to market his first spec home. Given the home fit our buyer's needs we were able to bring both parties together early in the process.The 1480 sqft, 3 bedroom and 2 bath home will be a rare one-level, new build home for West Asheville which is what most of our clients are looking for as they age in place over time.

The quality, green home Greg thoughtfully designed is earth friendly, light, airy and low maintenance which will keep it low-cost and sustainable. When completed the home will be Near Net Zero and come with a NC Green Built Gold Certificate.

In detail, it will feature concrete floors with radiant heat, concrete counters, vaulted ceilings, bonus loft, stainless appliances and fixtures and topped off with a galvanized metal roof and 5Kw grid-tied solar system. It should be a home our client can live easily and lightly in for decades to come.

Follow us along this year as we check in on the building progress with Greg. Cheers!

— Kelly and Troy

I happened to be showing a property to one of our clients yesterday when I found myself in front of this beauty in the Grovewood Park neighborhood of Asheville. It is one of our team's favorites, but I don't often get to drive by it. NC Modernist Homes confirms it is a Bert King designed home. It is a few blocks away from Bert's own 1950's home on Country Club drive. Tax records show this one was built in 1954 for Ray and Francella Poston. The home is approximately 1958 sqft with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths with a rare flat roof. The home's original landscape was designed by Doan Ogden.

Cheers!

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There have been many examples of modern interpretations of the farmhouse here in Asheville. Carlton's version, one of my favorites, just won a Residential Honor Award. Overall, the home is a well curated blend of traditional proportions and warm, homey materials mixed with clean lines and open living that offer the resident a modern lifestyle within a historic vernacular. Check out this brief video to see more details.

On a side note, a real estate colleague questioned my use of the term "vernacular." Instead of replacing it I thought it was a good opportunity for further understanding. I found this great article on ArchDaily that can give further insight.

Enjoy!

Troy

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Current Exhibition at the Asheville Art Museum I was invited to join my friends David, David and Susan tonight to view the current exhibit at the Asheville Art Museum. Artist Esteban Vicente, along with many things, briefly taught at Black Mountain College in the summer of 1953. Please make sure you take the time to explore his abstract expressionist work and support the museum. It is one of my favorite exhibits I have seen here. His work will be on display for four months until January 12th. For further information click here. Enjoy!Troy

Chiles Main

Price: $315,000

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Size: 1578 sqft Amenities: 3 Beds + 1 Bath Take a look at this quintessential, mid-century ranch home just listed today in our office. Personally, I love the charm of all the original details. Give me a call if you would like more details or a tour of this home. Enjoy! Here is how the listing agent describes it, "Kenilworth Mid-Century. 3 Bedroom brick ranch w/great corner location in the heart of Kenilworth. Spacious LR w/gas log fireplace. Built-ins divide the living room and dining room creating a beaufiul open space. Nice floor plan w/bedrooms tucked away from Living area. Origin hardwoods throughout. Light and bright with many windows. Original pine cabinets in kitchen. Sunroom with woodburning fireplace. Laundry room. Attic. House and .28 acre buildable lot. Give me a call if you want more details on this home.

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Your Information Needed Asheville Modern Home Seekers and other Brokers - I would appreciate your time and input to help influence future housing developments here in Asheville for two similar reasons. 1.  As housing exists today in Asheville, I believe we are missing inventory to meet specific buyer expectations for today. My frustrated clients would agree. Kelly and I are currently in touch with developers and builders for various locations including the River Arts District, a riverside just north of downtown and scenic mountain properties. I can’t give details, but they involve container housing, modular and site built, age-in-place, one level modern. I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you regarding your specific needs and desires to help get consensus as these properties go into design development. Let's avoid the arbitrary. Furthermore, I will create a mailing list for interested parties to keep you informed of future developments you might be interested in. 2. To further communicate what is missing, I'm putting together a lecture/discussion that is partially on what people are seeking as housing options in Asheville. This information will be used to help influence builders and designers regionally. As a designer/realtor myself I'm working to bridge the gap I see in today's Asheville housing stock. If interested, please email me at troywinterrowd@gmail.com and leave me with the best time and way to reach you. Help me - help you. Let's co-design and, literally, build a better future here in Asheville. Thank you,Troy(the above photos are representational only)