Tonight | BMC’s Opening of “Question Everything!”

Friday, January 24, 5:30-8pm

Question Everything! The Women of Black Mountain College

In the midst of modernism, when the foundations of culture were under question, prompted by war and global crises, women were able to make space for themselves in mediums, movements, and institutions where previously there was little or none. Black Mountain College (1933-1957) was a place where women could explore their identities, where women were expected to question things, to think critically, and to explore their own self-determinacy. This new generation went forward with a strong sense of what it meant to be a woman in the 20th century, forging new paths for themselves and those who followed in their footsteps. See more details HERE.

 

New Website Coming Soon!

Hi Folks! We are excited to announce that we have a new website and blog format heading your way this week. So know the next time you log in to http://www.modernasheville.com you are likely to find something a bit new that combines our blog, real estate information, social media and events. Know we will be transferring over our current blog subscribers, but feel free to sign up again following. Cheers! Kelly and Troy

Architects Design Their Own Passive Houses

Given access to all the great evironmental elements we have here in Asheville many people and design practitioners utilize passive principles in home design and constructions. Doing this provides a greater connection to the outside while minimizing utilities. Kelly and I both have southern facing hillside homes that benefit from both sun and wind. Check out this nice article from Becky Harris for Houzz for more ideas. Cheers!

2020 Asheville Modernism Tour

Hi Folks! We are looking for a few additional submission for our Modern tour this year. Our regional organizing partner, the Atlanta Design Festival, is hoping to receive submissions of homes and commercial spaces this month. If you are an architect, builder or home owner who wants to be on this curated tour go here to download the application. {See pages 32-35} Selections will be chosen following.

Our Asheville ticketed tour in 2020 will be on Saturday, May 30th from 10am to 4pm to regionally kick off the week long design festival. We are pleased to note that Black Mountain College Museum and Arts Center will be part of the tour this year and hosting a pre-tour event on Friday the 29th.

Here were the homes on the Asheville tour last year. We hope you will join in the fun for our 6th year hosting the tour. Cheers! Kelly and Troy

Atomic Ranch | Best of 2019

What could be better on a chilly Sunday than sitting back perusing through some fun mid mod articles for inspiration. Here are the Top 10 from Atomic Ranch in 2019. You’ll find everything from product picks to floor tips. Enjoy!

FOR SALE | Sunny, Easy Build Town Mountain Preserve Lot

.96 Acres | Sunny and Gentle Sloping | Architect Vetted | Gated

Build among the best on this beautiful, spacious and gently sloping lot in the heart of Town Mountain Preserve. Surrounded by quality, upscale homes this sun filled lot and community is close to all downtown and North Asheville amenities. The lot and community offers natural gas, fiber optic technology, underground electric and municipal water and sewer services all with no city taxes. Contemporary architecture plans available for purchase separately.

The Hammock House | Samsel Architects

Enjoy this short story about one of our favorite pastoral modern homes here in the region designed by Samsel Architects. Cheers to everyone involved!

AIA Small Project Awards for 2019

It’s a lovely adventure to get lost down the rabbit hole of these small projects. We found the simplicity and detailing intriguing and refreshing for today. Enjoy!

BIG’s tiny cabin in Upstate New York, a prayer room in Arizona and an outdoor toilet with gabion walls are among the 12 winners of this year’s AIA Small Projects Awards. Announced today, the annual American Institute of Architects Small Projects Awards recognises small and low-budget projects completed in the USA over the past year. Read on here for an inspiring overview of each Small Project Awards 2019 winner from the AIA courtesy of dezeen online.

Happy 2020!

From Modern Asheville Real Estate | Yeah! I don’t know about you, but we leave 2019 feeling incredibly grateful for a successful year. 2020 promises some welcome changes in our world. Kelly and I couldn’t be more excited. Our gratitude includes our supportive partners, friends and Modern Asheville community. Have a safe and loving holiday tonight and, as always, surround yourselves with those you love. Cheers from us! Kelly and Troy

Cheers to 2019!

We are so pleased to be ending another year on a high note. It has been another great year at Modern Asheville Real Estate working with our unique clientele and transitioning their real estate as both buyers and sellers. We are super grateful for you. Cheers to you!

Merry Christmas!

Kelly, myself and our extended family at Modern Asheville Real Estate want to wish you a wonderful Christmas as we ease into the holiday week. We send love out to you, your families and those you love. Pass on that love to those you meet this holiday season. Know we are thinking of and grateful for you!

Cheers! Kelly and Troy

SOLD | Mountain Contemporary Home

We just closed on this sweet mountain contemporary in Black Mountain along with our lovely art collector clients who have lived here for decades. We are so happy for their new life adventure! Here is what they just said about us: Kelly and Troy are a great team and compliment each other’s strengths. They are knowledgeable about the housing market and act professionally. They are creative, communicative, a pleasure to work with and are great advocates for their clients. They guided us all the way brought us a sale in a  timely fashion. We recommend them unreservedly.