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modern ‘hood: morningside, atlanta

modern home in Morningside, Atlanta; photo by finelycrafted.net

It’s hard to believe Atlanta’s first Morningside residents were isolated suburbanites who rode a streetcar to work downtown. Today this charming neighborhood is a haven in the heart of the city, surrounded by shopping districts, restaurants, and condos. The typical M’side home was built in the 1920s or 30s out of red brick and stone, with Old World details like arches, leaded glass, and even towers, like this one below.

Home in Morningside, Atlanta; photo by Finely Crafted
In Morningside, a man’s home literally may be his castle.

While I love those special châteaux, my heart beats faster for the rarer midcentury and new construction modern homes–sometimes barely glimpsed beyond ivy banks and mature trees–on the hilly streets branching off East Rock Springs Road. They range from humble ranchers to custom contempos worthy of Dwell. Here are 10 of my favorites spotted on yesterday’s afternoon drive. All photos were taken by me from public property.

Modern home in Morningside, Atlanta; photo by Finely Crafted
I toured this 2013 home on Wellbourne Drive as part of Modern Atlanta in June. In contrast to the serious facade, the inside is warm, light soaked, and personal.
Midcentury home in Morningside, Atlanta; photo by Finely Crafted
Genius idea for typography fans
Modern home in Morningside, Atlanta; photo by finelycrafted.net
I like mixing foliage colors in my own yard, but a single green against a neutral facade is beautiful too.
Midcentury modern home in Morningside, Atlanta; photo by Finely Crafted
I like the little courtyard created by this home’s C shape.
Midcentury ranch in Morningside, Atlanta: photo by Finely Crafted
Peachy perfection

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