Showstopper on Cherokee Road

This one is just stunning. I had a chance to tour it several years ago when I was still a die-hard bungalow gal, and I never forgot it. I think it helped me realize how comfortable a "modern" house could be. Yes, it's pricy at $875K, but it's in Mountain Brook, and it's . . . it's . . . well, just take a look:





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Please, please buy this place and then invite me over for a visit. I might not ever leave, but then I might just start cleaning it for you so you won't throw me out.

Trippin' in the Tiny Kingdom

That's Mountain Brook -- "The Bubble" -- for those of you who aren't local. One typically thinks of stately manors, guest houses, circular drives, debutantes . . . but there are mods there, too. Unfortunately, many are on secluded lots and therefore unobservable by yours truly. But there are some that can be seen without a Land Rover and a native guide. Just head toward Mt. Brook Jr. High and you will find them on Mountain Park, Hillsdale, Montevallo Lane, Richmar and thereabouts. Here's a sample:





























Here's a close-up of the detail on the shingles -- Greene & Greene go atomic!









Happy exploring!

Mountain Brook Office Park

This isn't really a place you go by accident, but you probably drive past all the time without really thinking about it. Below are some shots of buildings on the east side of the park (the west side is more 1970s utilitarian). It's just off Highway 280, between Hollywood Blvd. and Lakeshore.













Here is a close-up of the elevated walkway from above. I have no idea where it goes -- into the woods, it appears. Anyone game for a hike?