Those of you who read last Friday’s issue of Tulsa World may have noticed the article, “Designing a Love for the Past in Brady Heights“, by our neighbor, Tim Williams. If not, it’s definitely worth digging in your recycling bin. Tim’s piece is a great introduction to the recent history of Brady Heights and the important role historic preservation plays in its continuing revitalization.
The article also addresses the reasons behind the association’s decision to become historically zoned. “The purpose of that action is saving the architectural and societal aspects of our history, not to create static museums of the past — simple dioramas — but to keep them alive and functioning with respect for the design and details of the original structure.”
Many of us who have moved to Brady Heights from other parts of Tulsa have a difficult time explaining our rational to outsiders. When Tim writes that his mom “cried for two days” after he moved into his “shell of a home” in 1982, it’s definitely a story most of us can relate too on some level– I think we’re all probably accustomed to wide-eyed and disbelieving reactions. Tim has articulated his attraction to Brady Heights so well, all we need to do now when confronted by naysayers is hand them this article and smile. It’s a real testament to the revitalization of our community that Tim’s mother now lives in the same neighborhood that brought her to tears less than thirty years ago.
Designing a Love for the Past in Brady Heights was published in the October 17th, 2008 issue of the Tulsa World.
The National Trust for Historic Preservation is currently holding its annual conference in Downtown Tulsa, October 21-25. Visit PreservationNation.org for more information. For more information on historic preservation within Tulsa, visit The Tulsa Preservation Commission.
Not quite in Brady Heights but just across the Tisdale Expressway is the Fairview Mansion, also known as the Springer Mansion, at 585 W Fairview. The mansion will be part of an IRS Auction on September 11th, 2008.
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It’s finally out! The website of This Old House has released its feature on “The Best Places to Buy an Old House”, and there we are! Profile 11 of 14 in the Midwest catagory!
Brady Heights is also listed among the best places for Craftsman Homes, Bargains, First-Time Buyers, and City-Slickers.
Congratulations to George Aveilhe for not only being quoted in the article but for taking a lovely photo as well!
What an honor to be showcased among so many beautiful neighborhoods!
Make plans to attend this month’s neighborhood association meeting, Saturday, June 21st at 10am. The association’s monthly meetings are held at Centenary United Methodist Church at the corner of Golden and North Denver. Please enter through the South door.
At the meeting we will learn about “Green Collar” homes. A Green Collar home is an energy efficient home with a reduced carbon footprint that saves you money. Home energy costs run about $3000 per year for an average home, yet much of that is lost through inefficiencies. According to the EPA, for each $1 saved on annual energy bills, a home’s value jumps $10 to $25.
We’ll learn from Green Collar Energy about how investments to improve air quality, add healthy filters and seal ducts can cut your utility bills and add value to your home. Find out more at GreenCollarEnergy.com.
It’s always fun to find old floor plans that reflect the layout of your home. See If one of these foursquare plans match your own.
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If you have a home built before 1965 Antique Home is a fantastic resource for vintage reference material. Find old house plans, millwork illustrations, interior design articles and more– all taken from original source material!