2017 Matsumoto Award Winners

Congrats to 2 of our local architects { and all the others} on their Jury Prizes in the Matsumoto Award competition last week in Raleigh. Scott Huebner of Brickstack Architects and Duncan McPherson of Samsel Architects won first and third places. Cheers to you!

HERE are the full results of the competition. Enjoy!

FOR SALE | 1 Katies Ridge

3 Bedroom  |  2.5 Bath  |  2671 SQFT + Studio  |  2.17 Acres

Don't miss this soaring contemporary, quality built mountain home blending modern & traditional details within the Versant community. Open living space has mountain views in two directions. Quality kitchen features Fisher Paykel appliances. Flowing master suite on main with screened porch. Two bedrooms and versatile loft space upstairs. Large unfinished basement plumbed for expansion. 379 sqft bonus room above garage makes a great private studio or office space. Energy efficient features include geo thermal heating & Kolbe windows with a HERS score of 48. Beautiful landscaping, walkable lot with edible gardens. The home was built by Red Tree Builders and won NAHB's Energy Efficient Single Family Home award both locally for the state. 

Want to see more? View the photographic tour here. Call Kelly and Troy for more details or a personal tour. Cheers!

 
 
Flea for Y'all Sunday

It's almost the last Sunday of the month and time for all things vintage, hand-made and cool. We will be at the Asheville Outlet Mall's outdoor venue for the day. That means you can spend a day in bargain heaven bringing home both the old and new. Go HERE for the details and come see Kelly and myself for the latest in real estate news and shopping. We hope to see you. Cheers!

SOLD | 47 Ridgelawn Rd

Yeah! Another sweet listing sold this past week. The original Sears Kit Home retained all the original character and charm and was well located in West Asheville.

Here is what the seller's said about us: 

Troy and Kelly were fantastic partners in the sale of our house! We were out-of-town owners and we completely trusted their counsel. They navigated through the  entire process professionally and thoughtfully and were extremely responsive. They clearly have a thorough understanding of the local market and have all the solid contacts necessary to make things happen when needed. We would have not hesitation to recommend Troy and Kelly and us them again if the need arises.”

Cheers!

— Troy and Kelly

How Can I Reduce Climate Change with my House?

As you all know there is a ton of discussion on climate change. Regardless of your beliefs your choices affect your personal health and your wallet to start before rippling out to your communities both locally and globally. It is worth a minute to explore how we can take personal responsibility in our own lives and with our homes. This chart shows us a few considerations for the home, but goes beyond into our food and transportation choices.

For a more direct and deeper look at your house go to this article for tips on reducing your climate impact. We appreciate you!