A NEW LEVEL OF MODERN LIVING

“Earth Friendly” doesn’t have to be “Earthy.” Mindful modern design lives as lightly as any concerned steward of our planet plus a whole lot shinier. Clean design rooted in the form and function ideals of Breuer and Neutra avoids the gravity of excess. A home can be both incredibly cool and quietly step back creating a stage for carefree living. We like to say, “Less House ~ More Life!”

This community of nine consciously designed homes, Shelburne Woods, is nestled in nature against the woods and proposed greenway and between the lively urban corridor of West Asheville and the active outdoor corridor of the French Broad River. The first home is a collaborative effort by award winner’s Mountain Sun Building & Design with #51 being designed by Rusafova-Markulis Architects. Together, all homes will be carefully craft and steward a new level of life sustaining modern home for active earth beings of any age.

4 Bedrooms  |  3.5 Baths  |  2035 SQFT  |  MLS#3176992

51 Shelburne Woods Dr is the first home to hit the market. The three level, quality home is designed with simplicity and maximum efficiency in mind. Open Main Level Living with both 2 bedrooms up and 2 down. The home’s placement is designed to maximum an urban style neighborhood while remaining private from the inside out. The homes are designed to be Green Built NC Platinum Rated and Net Zero. 

The nine lots for sale are located in their own private cul-de-sac, backing up to Rhododendron Trail Greenway leading to Hominy Creek. Easy access to the highway and everywhere! Currently see MLS#3198509 and #3198515 listed with six more available.

Reach out to Troy and Kelly for more information on this cool new home or lot options. Also, join us for an Open House on Sunday, Aug 7th to learn more from us and the builders firsthand. See you there. Cheers!

2016 Matsumoto Prize Awards Presentation: McConnell Studios in Boylan Heights, Raleigh, will host North Carolina Modernist Houses’ 2016 George Matsumoto Prize Recognizing Excellence in North Carolina Modernist Residential Design. Free and open to the public, the awards presentation is part of NCMH’s monthly “Thirst4Architecture” networking events. Along with the awards presentation, entertainment for the evening will include live music, catered food, various beverages, and the opportunity to tour McConnell Studios. For more info go HERE.

The Playful Architecture of Andrew Geller | Yesterday, I was scrolling through our Pinterest pages for some thoughts on a post for today. As always I was drawn to Horace Gifford‘s architecture on Fire Island and thinking of the gay culture given the events of the week. However, that led me to a cool documentary called Modern Tide on the mid-century homes of Long Island. While I’m not showcasing the whole documentary this section on designer Andrew Geller is very inspiring given the combined desire for design  and innovative, affordable homes. Watch this nine minute segment and think about how this sense of efficiency and play could be applied to some fun little homes in the mountains. Do enjoy and have great Sunday!

Have you walked on the High Line? AIA Asheville screens a film on how this creative linear park came to be. Proceeds to benefit Asheville Parks and Greenways Foundation. Join them this Thursday, July 21 at 7pm in the Fine Arts Theater downtown. Cost is $10. Cheers!

Good Morning! Please enjoy this one minute “sneak peek” preview of this mid-century modern masterpiece {below} presented by Kelly and Troy of Modern Asheville Real Estate. Interested? Call us at 828.545.8896 for details and enjoy the full tour. Cheers!

Having a new home constructed or remodeling an existing one? Here are some tips for locating and laying out your Mechanical Room from Matt Risinger who we follow on our YouTube channel for quality building tips.

Plywood was first introduced into the United States in 1865 from France. In 1928, the first standard-sized 4 ft by 8 ft sheets were introduced as a building material. Though it was used for many industrial and commercial applications it was generally used as base material for structure and form before being covered over with something more decorative.

Today, plywood has come into its own as a visually striking surface for interior applications. An affordable alternative to solid wood, plywood is easy to shape, readily available and comes in textures ranging from the smoothest birch panels to mottled pressboard, and it’s taking center stage in everything from cafes, micro homes and modern cabins.

Take a look at some applications on our Pinterest page here. Cheers!

Kelly and I are offering our Real Estate peers a hosted tour of Biltmore Forest’s premiere mid-century home this Thursday the 14th from 11:30 to 1:30pm. We will have a catered lunch along with all the quality details available. Cheers!

4 bedrooms  |  4.5 bathrooms  |  3875 sqft with studio  |  MLS#3167915

Modern Asheville Real Estate brings Biltmore Forest’s ultimate mid-century modern home to the local market. This fashionable home has been completely updated with sophisticated refinements. Layered within the cool split-level are four bedrooms — three having their own en-suites. Additionally, there is an office and detached studio for endless versatility. 

The home showcases a modern, italian designed kitchen with Snaidero cabinetry, marble counters & Miele appliances including: 2 dishwashers, espresso machine, steamer, wall oven and warmer. Furthermore there is a wine cooler, ice-maker, extra bar sink and a custom hood floating above the central gas cooktop. There’s everything you need including two kitchen sinks. Saluti!

The Master Suite has a stunning Snaidero custom closet & spa bath that includes separate shower, soaking tub & sauna. All 4.5 bathrooms throughout the home have been completely updated with sparkling tile & Toto Washlets.

Outside there is a 200 sqft studio building with both power and water. Lush mature landscaping surrounds the home in a private park of its own secured by 6′ aluminum fencing. The property is situated centrally to both Asheville and South Asheville while remaining an exclusive escape.

Call Kelly and Troy for our complete listing package and to discuss a private tour. Until then enjoy our virtual tour here. Cheers!

THRUST presents works from Cage’s Inference Series which offers abstract expressionism centered on intuitive deliberation to produce visual energy; “a study in aesthetics.” 

This presentation of bold, colorful, and intellectually structured works on stretched canvas and sewn canvas with grommets awakens both the passion and the intellect within us.

Large scale works from this series will be displayed throughout The London District Studios.

For details visit here.

Hi Folks! One of our favorite local cultural and creative entities is having a 20th Year Anniversary this week. Let’s show our support by going. For details go here. Cheers!