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Introducing Tower Homes: Building a Better Life

By Sarah Sexton | Publish Date November 14, 2024

We are excited to introduce our construction partner, Tower Homes. Tower Homes is a Birmingham-based homebuilding company founded by Price Hightower in 1992. With an established reputation for excellence in the industry, thousands of completed projects showcasing craftsmanship and attention to detail, a commitment to building quality homes, and a company focus on red-carpet customer care, we are confident in the experience of working with Tower Homes on Phase Two of Cedar Ridge at Kirkwood.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Tower Homes,” says Kirkwood Marketing Director Sandi Hall. “We share a common goal: to provide quality craftsmanship, top-notch customer service, and a product that goes above and beyond expectations.” 

Tower Homes has consistently ranked among Birmingham’s top 5 homebuilding companies, and they are one of only 16 National Association of Homebuilders-certified Graduate Master Builders in Alabama. This prestigious recognition highlights their dedication to industry best practices and their ability to deliver exceptional homes. 

“Partnering with Kirkwood by the River aligns perfectly with our mission to deliver high-quality, thoughtfully designed homes,” shares Tower’s Vice President of Construction Cannon Jarrell. “The Board members, Chad, and Sandi have been fantastic collaborators—responsive and proactive–which makes our job more seamless and enjoyable. The architecture at Cedar Ridge is truly remarkable, making the building process both exciting and unique. We are thrilled to bring our passion and expertise to this project, creating homes that blend beautifully with the natural landscape and peaceful surroundings.”

Kirkwood’s Cedar Ridge Cottage Neighborhood is selling quickly. For more information on cottages, including floor plans, cottage features, and included community amenities, visit our website. To make your site selection or for a meeting in our Discovery Center, contact Sandi Hall at shall@kirkwoodbytheriver.com or 205-862-0305.

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The Residents

Our residents come from different backgrounds and bring their unique qualities, talents, and life experiences to complete the Kirkwood community. Here are just a few reflections from some individuals who call Kirkwood their home.

My time at Kirkwood was spectacular; they taught me how to walk again. The staff was outstanding, and the care was beyond reproach. When I arrived, I had a long way to go. I was very sick. The first night, they had to lift me as I could not move by myself. When I left, they were chasing me down the hallway. They taught me how to perform the activities of daily living again. It was the best care I could have prayed for, and on top of that, the food was spectacular.

Eli Gold Past Resident

I fell in love with the cottage and the view from my back porch. I am excited to have a yard for Ginger, my poodle, to play in and my own garage, all within an established retirement community!

Charlotte Hamilton Current Resident

My husband and I looked at a number of places when deciding to move to a retirement community. For the most part, we found communities that said, ‘We’re going to take care of you.’ But Kirkwood was different. It wasn’t just about taking care of us. It was also about having fun, having friends, and living life to the fullest. The attitude at Kirkwood was positive and the atmosphere was comforting. We simply couldn’t resist. Without a doubt, the location was ideal. The Cahaba Room that overlooks the river, the mountains, the trails – there were just so many things about life. The community was lively. It was alive.

Alice Brooks Current Resident

We realized we were approaching an age where we might need more assistance than what just downsizing could provide. Knowing we have my sons nearby and the levels of care should we need it is comforting, and the beautiful hillside, river, and the woods makes it that much more appealing. We don’t know of any other community that has the woods, the various levels of care, and so many different amenities.

Phyllis and John Guschke Current Residents

We were moving my parents down from the Cleveland area to be near us. I looked at almost every retirement place in the Birmingham area. The second I turned into Kirkwood’s drive and drove up the hill, I knew that I’d found the perfect place for my parents to live in Alabama. In the six years that my parents have been at Kirkwood, I have always felt nothing but love and helpfulness from every staff member. Everyone is always helpful with a pleasant attitude. You can truly see and feel the family atmosphere. I’m happy that my parents can call Kirkwood their home.

Brenda Sheehan Kirkwood family member

When we learned that Cedar Ridge was being developed, that seemed to fit our needs very well. It is the ideal place for the next phase of our retirement.

Carol and Arthur Stephens Current Residents

One thing that we feel is very important here at Kirkwood by the River is the relationship that we have between the staff and the residents. They are dedicated to making our life here as safe and secure and pleasurable as possible. That goes a long way.

Fred Rogers Current Resident

The community's cottage living surrounded by a wooded, natural environment with access to future healthcare services is what attracted us to Kirkwood!

Rick and Jane Ricketts Current Residents