Live your Midcentury Modern dream in this groovy home

This post was originally posted on CharlotteFive.com on July 20, 2018.

Mad about Midcentury Modern homes? You aren’t alone. These homes, typically built in the 1950s through 1970s, offer a simple and functional design, open spaces that let the outside in and a ton of style. Think the “I Love Lucy” kitchen, “The Brady Brunch” family room, the “Mad Men” series and “The Big Lebowski.”

What is Midcentury Modern?

So what makes a home MCM? According to Mike and Rhonda Gibbons, Savvy + Co. Real Estate agents and Midcentury Modern home owners and enthusiasts, there are a few key features to look for.

• Asymetrical or shallow pitch rooflines and angular archetecural details
• Bi-level and/or open living spaces
• Big windows that bring the outdoors and nature inside
• Fun and whimsical elements like offset brickwork and flower power breeze blocks
• Groovy bright colors
• Simplicity of design

While a Midcentury Modern home doesn’t need to have all these attributes, anyone can add a splash of MCM to any home with the right paint colors, furnishings and landscaping. Just ask Mike and Rhonda! They say Midcentury Modern is a lifestyle bringing together unique architecture, original art and furniture.

Could this Midcentury Modern home be for you?

Want to live the dream in a circa 1960 Midcentury Modern beauty? This ranch located at 1300 Lynbrook Drive has been expertly updated from floor to ceiling. See it for yourself during a public Open House this Saturday, July 21 from 1-3 p.m.


The original footprint and design elements of this home were kept in tact and blended with modern features including a stunning master suite. You’ll love the attention to detail! Check out the custom built rosewood cabinetry, one of a kind mod design patio railing, cedar plank steps and quirky offset brick fireplace.



Don’t miss the 2018 Mad About Modern Midcentury Modern Home Tour

If you can’t get enough MCM, get your tickets for the 2018 Mad About Modern Midcentury Modern Home Tour September 29 presented by The Charlotte Museum of History. Soak up the awesome vibe and walk away with fab decorating ideas!


Connect with Mike and Rhonda

If you want one of these homes of your very own, contact Savvy + Co. agents Mike and Rhonda Gibbons. They have access to smart search criteria and they can sniff out some good finds and help you negotiate and manage multiple offers.

“Serving on the Mad About Modern Home Tour committee for several years, we have our ear to the ground on everything midcentury modern and that is a real asset for our clients,” says Mike. “We’ve helped several buyers find homes sometimes before they even come on the market! We are happy to share tips on buying a Midcentury Modern home in Charlotte.”

If you want to see more amazing MCM photos, follow Mike on Instagram.

Connect or disconnect? The choice is yours at this stunning modern home located in the heart of Dilworth!

Today it’s all about being connected. We're connected to our phones, our TVs and even to our thermostats! Modern life can feel pretty overwhelming at times between our family, work and social responsibilities. That’s why simply walking to the park or a favorite restaurant can be rejuvenating!

2005 Lombardy Circle in the heart of Dilworth is about different kinds of connections. How about being connected to your neighborhood, to your friends and most of all to yourself. The great thing about living in a truly walkable neighborhood like Dilworth is you feel connected and unplugged at the same time. 

Living on Lombardy Circle you’re literally a couple minute walk to some of Charlotte's new and best restaurants Kid Cashew - lamb burger is a must (great patio dining too), Lewboski’s bar is legendary (make your own memories here), Babalu try the De Pato (braised duck tacos) and JJ’s Red Hots arguably the best hot dog…anywhere! Oh and shopping too…all just a short stroll from your front door. Oh and don’t forget MayoBird a great healthy and delicious lunch stop!

Afterwards why not stroll around Freedom Park - yes Charlotte’s largest park is literally steps from your front door. There are walking trails, a lake and the park is very dog friendly. And you’ll never have to worry about parking for two of Charlotte’s best traditions Festival in the Park and The Greek Festival!

So you might be thinking well the neighborhood is great but what about the house? The house is the best part of all…Charlotte architect Hal Tribble cleverly designed a home that makes you feel connected to the outdoors and private at the same time. Tribble is one of North Carolina’s top modernist architects. He is responsible for some of North Carolina’s most interesting and innovative residential and commercial properties. NC Modernist has a dedicated page - check it out http://www.ncmodernist.org/tribble.htm 

Tribble’s design is genius mixing modern open style with private spaces. The entire second floor is a master living suite with bedroom, bath, study/den and private balcony. Large windows and the balcony allow tons of light in without sacrificing privacy. 

The first floor is perfect for entertaining or simply relaxing at the end of your work day. That’s right start the day with coffee and end with a margarita! The main floor is fabulous with open dining and living areas. But the star is the chef’s kitchen with windows all around and a large butcher block island with all the high end appliances you'd expect! You can entertain friends without ever leaving the kitchen and adjacent patio - I know I’ve done it!

So bottom line 2005 Lombardy Circle is all about feeling connected in so many ways. All you have to do is decide how you want to connect or disconnect! The best news is the home is available for sale - call or text Mike Gibbons at Savvy + Co. Real Estate at 704-517-5417.

Article by Mike Gibbons, Broker, Savvy + Co. Real Estate

Living tomorrow today. The home of the future is here today and it’s in Charlotte on Rama Road!

With home model names like ReCharge, ReFresh and ReBalance, Chelsea Building Group’s new ReAlta development is unlike anything Charlotte has seen. Located in Charlotte’s newest “it” area MoRa (Monroe Road corridor), ReAlta’s twenty homes (priced in the $475-575k range) combine European design, innovative building materials, unheard of Home Efficiency Ratings Systems (HERS)… Oh and it happens to be Charlotte’s first fully solar community.

Sounds great, right? But what does all of that mean? Well, let me put it in context: The day I toured the model home, solar energy was providing 100%+ of the power needed for the home, and was even sending some back to Duke Energy for a credit to boot! Green is good, and in ReAlta it’s really good. The solar energy systems in the homes are projected to save a ReAlta homeowner thousands of dollars. So while you’re doing good for the environment, you’re also doing good, very good, for you!

Chelsea Building Group has done an amazing job of creating a modern living environment that is both warm and inviting. Whether it’s contemporary, mid-century modern or modern, their homes are all about simplicity and functional design. Homes at ReAlta boast the coolest most sought after design features. Bright open living spaces, extra large windows for more natural light, spa-like bathrooms, and outdoor living spaces that are a seamless connection between the outdoors and indoors, another tenet of modern living. Plenty of room to entertain friends, welcome family, or to just relax at end of a busy day. 

At ReAlta it’s all about being connected. You're not just in your home; your home is part of you! No, it’s not a Vulcan mind meld, but your home does understand you and responds accordingly. With one touch, your home will dim the lights, stream high-resolution music, turn up the heat, lock the doors and arm the security system. How cool is that?? As the team at Chelsea Building Group puts it, “Control4 delivers power and performance on one platform that coordinates the technology in your house into complete experiences—interactions that fit your lifestyle and are easy for your family to enjoy”. 

The Chelsea team also states, ”we believe in making houses that live as well as they look, that are as solid behind the walls as they are beautiful on the outside.”

Ready to see the future, your future… call me at (704) 517-5417 or [email protected], and I'll give you a tour of the development. Don't worry, it's OK if you drive your normal terrestrial car!

Article by Mike Gibbons, Broker, Savvy + Co. Real Estate

Photos Courtesy of ReAlta

Unique Contemporary Just Minutes From SouthPark

2710 Huntingtowne Farms Ln

Charlotte, NC 28210

MLS 2112429 / $268,000

4 Bedrooms / 2 Baths

Savvy + Co. Real Estate is proud to offer 2710 Huntingtowne Farms a custom built 70's Contemporary.  This home makes living easy with it's tri-level floor plan and bright open and flowing floorplan.  Filled with updates and renovations, the home had a brand new roof in 2010, wood/aluminum casement windows and doors, an updated kitchen with new cabinets, sink, Stainless Steel appliances + marble countertops with back splash, and Brazilian cherry hardwoods installed throughout the home in 2009.  Fire up the Fondue pots - you'll love entertaining on the circular deck overlooking the private yard.

Designed and built by architect, George Godwin in 1979.  Mr. Godwin lived in the home till 1989.  The current owner is also an architect who has lovingly restored and updated the home.
This home was just featured on the popular home blog:  I Could Be Happy Here  .   And you could be Happy Here!  

 For more information on this contemporary home for sale located just minutes from Charlotte NC's SouthPark area, contact Savvy + Co. Real Estate agent, Genevieve Williams, at [email protected].

New cabinets with new marble countertops.

Dining room with windows to private back yard.

Spacious deck to entertain guests.

Unique windows looking out to the street in breakfast nook.

Angular entrance way.

View of home from backyard.

For other modern and contemporary homes use our search!  The only Charlotte Search for Modern and Contemporary Homes.

California Cool: Foxcroft Ranch in Charlotte

This Cool California Ranch is the exception- not the rule- in Charlotte.  It's hard to find the low slung lines of a modern home like this.   Situated in Foxcroft, one of Charlotte's premier neighborhoods, this classic has not been "re-muddled".   Set back from the road on over a half acre private lot, it has all the style it did when it was built in 1965.  Strolling up the slate walkway you have expect Don Draper to meet you at the door.

The slate continues into the entry and wraps up to the ceiling in a dramatic wall - perfect for hanging your prized modern art piece. 

This opens up to a enormous living room with vaulted beamed ceilings and a slate fireplace.  This home gives modern a "classic" twist.  It's warm walls of wood just dare you to pour yourself a drink and take a stroll out to the pool and patio.  Relax, there is nothing to do here but make the guest list for your cocktail party.  

Walls of glass look out to the gorgeous backyard and patio.  Every room connects to it! This mid-century modern home has four bedrooms and five full baths.  The kitchen has been updated with simple white cabinets and a cool mosaic tile backsplash. There is a great family room at the back of the house over looking the pool too.  

Pictures Curtesy of HM Properties and Eric Gamble 

Representation for 3723 Pomfret (MLS#2047030) is by HM Properties and Eric Gamble is the sellers agent.  

If you are interested in taking a tour of this home please contact Savvy + Co. Real Estate to represent you as a buyers agent.  We know the Mid-Century Market and we will find you your modern dream home. 

Stellar Location & Stunning Design! Myers Park Condo For Sale Has it All!

The modern lines, simplicity and the blending of the indoors and outdoors has stood the test of time and once again is the obsession of design enthusiasts and Queens Tower, especially this unit, are shining examples! -Shonn Ross, Savvy + Co.

The stellar location and modern style of this Myers Park condo make this home a design lovers dream. This Queens Tower condo has expansive Living and Dining Rooms, dream Kitchen, glowing parquet floors and large wall of windows.   Check out some of the photos of this stunning Mid-Century Modern condo for sale at 1300 Queens Road at Savvy + Co. Real Estate.    Queens Tower is currently up for consideration to be designated as a historic landmark for it's modern architecture.  If it given this status the residents will be able to receive a significant tax benefit.  


Myers Park is one of Charlotte’s most popular neighborhoods. Located just a mile from Uptown Charlotte, Myers Park's small town feel makes it so popular.

HGTV Casting First-Time Home Sellers in Charlotte for ‘My First Sale’!

Are you a first-time home seller in Charlotte? If so get ready for your close up because HGTV is looking for you! The popular primetime show on HGTV, My First Sale  is looking for homeowners (and their real estate agents) that are beginning the process of selling their first place in Charlotte, NC neighborhoods.  This is the perfect opportunity to share the experience of selling your home with the HGTV audience!  According to HGTV’s press release:

Our cameras will be there to capture all the trials and tribulations, stress and success of prepping for sale, pricing, negotiating and ultimately selling a home for the first time.

Taping will begin in Fall 2010 and will continue though Spring 2011.  Ideal candidates will be motivated, financially candid people who want to share the experience and the purchase details with HGTV and their audience. Singles, couples and families are all invited to apply!

Fun, high-energy, first-time sellers in the Charlotte, NC area who are interested in receiving additional information should contact Kathryn Richert at [email protected] or at (303) 712.3153.

An application for My First Sale is available for download here.