House in Mountain Brook
Surber Barber Choate & Hertlein Architects — Mountain Brook, AL, 1950
Completed in 1950, House in Mountain Brook is an original midcentury modern residence located in Mountain Brook, Alabama. Introduced in an area where such architecture was uncommon at the time, the house presents an early example of modern design in the region. The project began as an 1,800-square-foot structure, and decades later, after a period of neglect, was acquired by new owners committed to restoring its mid-century character rather than replacing it. The architects were asked to double the house’s size while respecting its original design intent. Their approach set the new addition at a deliberate distance from the historic core, using a delicate connection to bridge the gap and minimize impact to the existing structure. The original portion was selectively restored, with interior spaces reconfigured to embrace an open plan that aligns with midcentury modern ideals. The design preserves the character of the original house and incorporates contemporary living requirements through careful editing and spatial organization.
- Architect
- Surber Barber Choate & Hertlein Architects
- Location
- Mountain Brook, AL · - Other US Cities architects
- Year
- 1950
- Size
- 1,800 sq ft
- Photography
- Phillip Spears
- Images
- 8
- Style
- Mid-Century Modern, Modern
- Materials
- Blackened Steel, Brick, Concrete, Glass, Stone
- Features
- Black Window Frames, Cantilever, Covered Patio, Flat Roof, Floating Stairs
Typical architect fee for a 1,800 sq ft new home here: $40,000 – $89,000Full services, Alabama · BLS wage and Census construction data
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