Painting Houses in Mission Hills (And A Brief History)

18 Aug Painting Houses in Mission Hills (And A Brief History)

Mission Hills was founded on June 30^th, 1914, mainly due to the efforts of Real Estate Developer JC Nichols. Initially, 121 acres were on the Kansas Side and 7 acres on the Missouri side where the clubhouse resided- mainly due to the State Liquor Laws at the time. What makes Mission Hills unique is that you have architectural designs that continue to maintain historical integrity (houses that mostly fit in 7 styles- several of which are referenced later in the article). Still, it’s mainly the use of green spaces, parklets, lot configurations, and house mass patterns that represent the unique look and feel of Mission Hills.

 Throughout the rolling hills and flowing green landscape, Mission Hills can be divided into four sections:

• Countryside Estates
• Neighborhood Estates
• Traditional Neighborhood
• Suburban

Regardless of size, most homes within these sections abide by the same building mass principles (although the styles reflect different ownership/periods). Most homes are recessed from the road and centered within the property lines; the central mass of the home and tallest points are centralized, and as the property encroaches neighboring boundaries, the wings of the home generally recess and mass down as they reach out towards the outer boundaries. This is mainly to keep the green space prominent, and it also shows a great deal of respect for the neighboring properties. So, for a 2-story large sq.foot home, do not cast a shadow on a smaller 1-story home, for example. Very cool design concepts, which promote a general acceptance within the community, are evident as new homes are built to this style and older homes are fitted with new additions.

Much focus is spent on groundskeeping, starting with the design of the Verona Circle and continuing through the landscaping. The homes were meant to have an estate look, although they can be pretty close together in areas. Property maintenance is critical in this upscale neighborhood, and the contractors who assist these homeowners in this duty should also be upscale in their efforts and image.

Repainting your home can go a long way in keeping up its visual appearance and historical preservation. Helping you with color selection, specific substrate repair with various older building materials, lead-based paint handling, and neat and precise job coordination are the skills needed to work within the Mission Hills Boundaries.  Selecting the right contractor is vital for a significant restoration effort. Product knowledge and the specific skill set to work on historical homes are essential to a lasting positive outcome. We have reviewed your local Sargent Town Planning Design Guidelines for Mission Hills. We are available for scheduled color consultations during all seasons. Neighborhood Painting is an elite, multiple award-winning painting company servicing the metro for 12 years. Contact us today to set up an evaluation of your home or property.

Several architectural styles are referenced below: