I sometimes forget how beautiful Southwest City is, and how there are row after row of these iconic four-family apartment buildings, each with their own sense of individuality.

These are on the north side of Mardel, just east of Hampton Avenue.

It’s interesting in that many of these have their own little vestibule out front, where the downstairs units take an immediate 45 degree turn, while the upstairs units have a landing before going upwards.

The color of the bricks and their detailing is unique, as well.