One of Charlotte’s most stunning midcentury modern homes is for sale

UPDATE: This modern home is still for sale! List Price: $699,000

Potential! That’s what Emily and Hunt saw when they first opened the doors to 5322 Finsbury Place in the Sherwood Forest neighborhood. “At that time, the house was 100% carpeted, the kitchen needed a total overhaul and the curb appeal was lacking,” says the couple. “But we saw the high ceilings, wood beams, the Malm fireplace and started to get excited.”

Living their design dream

Emily and Hunt are midcentury modern enthusiasts and were looking for a place to live their design dream.

Timing was everything when the 3,171-square foot ranch on Finsbury went up for sale just as a buyer expressed interest in their home. They jumped at the chance to stay in Sherwood Forest, where they had lived since 2000, and got excited about restoring the home to MCM perfection. “We love the simple genius of the architecture, the clean lines, the high ceilings and open floor plans. We both knew we wanted to live in one of these special homes one day,” they add.

With loving care, stylish touches and modern updates, the home was transformed into a true MCM masterpiece with glossy white kitchen, sustainable bamboo flors, floor to ceiling windows and an amazing outdoor space in the private backyard.

Their hard work earned them an invitation to participate in the 2017 Mad About Modern home tour, and the home was appropriately labeled the Fun House. “That is how everyone describes our house, and how we feel about it too.”

Ready to live your MCM dream?

Now 5322 Finsbury Place is ready for its next homeowners to live their MCM dream. The four-bedroom, 3 1/2-bath house is being listed by the king and queen of mid-century modern real estate in Charlotte — Mike and Rhonda Gibbons of Savvy + Co. Real Estate.

They’ve been helping Charlotte’s contemporary and midcentury modern enthusiasts buy and sell homes for years! “The coolest thing about this ranch is, from the street, you’d never know there are vaulted ceilings everywhere. In the den, the kitchen, the master bedroom and the extra large playroom — big enough for ping-pong and a wide screen TV,” says Mike.

Go mad Thursday, Sept. 19

What would a midcentury modern home be with a little fun? Tour this amazing home, and find out if the MCM lifestyle is for you, at the Preview Party + Soiree on Thursday, Sept. 19 from 5:30-8 p.m. Visit www.5322FinsburyPlace.com to sign up to receive your invite.

“We truly hope the new owners will have fun in Sherwood Forest and our house as much as we have.” says Emily and Hunt.

And, if you can’t get enough MCM (and really, who can?), mark your calendar for Sept. 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the 2019 Mad About Modern Tour.

Have questions about this stunning home or where to find another MCM home in the area? Contact Mike and Rhonda Gibbons today. They are both mad for modern and ready to find your next fab, totally rad pad!

Want to know more about Savvy + Co. Real Estate? Click here for more information. This post was originally posted on www.CharlotteFive.com.

"Mayberry Modernism"

Think all the South has to offer is Aunt Bee's fried chicken dinner with Ang and Opey?   Then don't miss George Smart (Triangle Modern Expert Extraordinaire) as he talks about all the cool houses the Triangle has to offer.  This Thursday at 5 pm,  at the Historic Salisbury Station Smart will present "Mayberry Modernism:Why the Triangle is America's Hotspot for Way Cool Houses.  He will point out some of Salisbury's best examples of Modernist architecture including the work of John Erwin Ramsay.   The event is sponsored by The Historic Salisbury Foundation in partnership with Stout Studio Architecture.  It should be a great event so pack up the station wagon (remember the wood paneled siding?) and don't forget to stop and get some Richard's Bar-BQ after the lecture.  Get your Mayberry and Modern Groove ON!

If anyone is shopping for an original MCM John Erwin Ramsay check out this home in Thomasville, NC.

Listed by Jenny Brewer with Keller Williams Realty this house hasn't be mucked about!  Priced at $290,000 this home has 4000 square feet with 5 bedrooms and 3 and a half baths.  This home built in 1957 is a time-capsule of MCM design with terrazzo floors, floor to ceiling glass and original cabinetry.  (MLS 568384 Photo by Jenny Brewer)

Modern Home hits Market in Concord, NC

This terrific true MCM just hit the market. It's located in of all places, Concord NC, just about a 20 minute drive from center city Charlotte, NC. Located at 501 Journey St. this fantastic house sits on over 8 private acres and within walking distance of Concord's Historic District.  This true mid-century modern home features wonderful original features, walls of glass, vaulted and beamed ceilings, stacked slate fireplace and divider walls.  This is perhaps the nicest example of a restored modern home to come on the market in the Charlotte Metro area in several years.

Built in 1952, the current  owners of this fine home have spared no expense in the restoration of this classic example of modern architecture.  The true   labor of love, incorporated the finest materials including windows, doors, Italian cabinetry, fixtures and designer lighting.  There are also many green, energy saving  They have brought this property back to a true Modern statement home.  It is very rare to find a modern home with such thoughtful renovation.

Enormous rooms are flooded with sunlight and every
surface is stunning.  The kitchen features Wolfe range, Sub-zero refrigerator, four dishwashers, and a built in coffee maker.  Step out of the gracious master suite to your private zen like gardens.

The grounds are lovely with wonderful landscaping and hardscape.  The infinity pool creates a relaxing oasis with it's cabana and pool storage area.  Adjacent there is an outdoor kitchen, bar and covered eating area.   There is also a four car garage with glass doors, perfect for an art studio, or you could put the vintage roadster in there.  The property is also fully fenced with aluminum fencing and a gate at the entrance.

There are three bedrooms and three and a half baths in 4200 square feet.  This home is currently listed for sale by Debbie Fink with Wiechert  Realtors Craven & Co.

Style and Function what more do you want. (Hey, Concord isn't that far!)

If you think this is your dream house, I'd love to show it to you and work as your buyers agent! Look for other modern homes in Charlotte at our Modern Home Search at our www.ModernHomesCharlotte.com blog.

Transitional turns Modern in Charlotte NC's Cloisters

2515 Cloister Drive may be slightly traditional on the outside but a total WOW on the inside.  This unique modern ranch home on the pond in The Cloisters in Charlotte, NC has  loads of style and a super location.


Once you step inside the doors you find custom modern details at every turn.  The open floor plan leads you thru the formal living room with it's two sided fireplace to the family room.  The ceiling soars above the stacked stone fireplace in the comfortable family room with a wall of windows looking out to the pond.

The kitchen is a knock out with it's stainless wrapped island, zebrawood custom cabinetry and five burner LaCornue stove.  There is also a prep pantry with a custom concrete sink, wine cooler and loads of storage with modern style.

One of my favorite rooms is the curved sun room that with views of the pond.  You won't find a room like this on many other houses.  Also curving is the outside stair case that circles down to the slate patio.  
The stairs are so 60's Mod - 
I love them.


There are walls of glass everywhere including the basement.  Here you have a cozy playroom and a vintage  kitchen with original gas stove - so cute. 


View the Virtual Tour


Savvy + Co. would love to show you this home and serve as your buyer's agent. 

Currently on the market represented by Stan Perry at Helen Adams Realty in Charlotte, NC.  

A Few of My Favorites

Everyone has a few modern houses and buildings they love.  Here are a few of my favorite listings in Charlotte.  






Rear of Randstone Court 
Located in the Cotswold neighborhood. 
Walls of Glass - The section on the right was actually an addition done about 15 years ago designed to fit seamlessly with the original.








Riviera in Sherwood Forest


This low slung home with it's wide overhangs is an Eames Era Classic.