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24 August 2023

Atomic

Colorado Springs experienced a growth spurt in the 1950s and '60s. I think it must have had something to do with the Air Force Academy being built here in 1955-ish. There are quite a few examples of outstanding atomic architecture here, like my brother's house (built in 1960), which is very atomic indeed. There's a subdivision quite close to mine called Valli Hi, adjacent to the municipal golf course by the same name, and it's got some awesome midcentury homes! Take a look at this beauty. Don't you just love it? It would be right at home in Palm Springs, but it's a five minute drive from my own 1958 rancher. I actually took this picture on August 18, 2017 but for some reason never blogged it. I think I was trying to work up a post featuring lots of mid-mod architecture, but didn't ever finish taking pictures of all my favorites around town. This one sure deserves to be seen!

And now, for your listening pleasure...

3 comments:

Stefan Jansson said...

My brother bought a Blondie LP and we became fans after a first listen, nice background story to your area.

William Kendall said...

Very mid century.

21 Wits said...

Yes, this is something truly special, and it completely reminds me of a subdivision my parents and I visited years ago in Los Angeles CA!