1241 Armstrong Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917

Showings Dec 4-6 and Sunday morning, Dec 7. Open House Gathering Sunday 1-5 PM. All offers due Monday, December 8.nn* Professional photos scheduled and will be uploaded Tuesday evening.nnUnique Knoxville Loft & Artist's Residence: Reclaimed Timber, Custom Craft, and Modern SystemsnnA rare opportunity in the heart of Old North Knox: a former neighborhood grocery store reimagined into a one-of-a-kind historic loft. Designed by architect Michael A. Davis (formerly of Sanders Pace Architecture), the residence preserves its original open layout while integrating reclaimed materials and fully updated systems.nnThe owners deconstructed a 19th-century corncrib barn in Western Kentucky and incorporated its old-growth oak and poplar throughout the home. The showpiece floating staircase-built from true 210 solid oak beams-is echoed in the matching oak kitchen countertops. In the full bath, a reclaimed-oak vanity pairs with classic subway tile and hex flooring.nnThe main living area is defined by high ceilings, a wood-burning stove, and warm reclaimed poplar cladding across much of the main-level walls and ceiling. The adjacent kitchen includes a gas range, stainless steel appliances, and a custom metal refrigerator enclosure by Petty Welding, who also fabricated the living room's metal window casings. With minimal use of drywall, many framed walls are lined in cement board, giving the interior a durable, authentic finish.nnAll major systems were updated in 2015, including plumbing (with