1950’s Modernism: A guide for the clueless.
What is characteristic of Modernist architecture? Do the major design features involve steel and glass? Was the design machine-inspired? (does it look somewhat like a machine?) Do the upholstery’s and fabrics look like those found at www.maharam.com? Does the design lack unnecessary details? Does its form follow its function? Does the design emphasize linear qualities? […]
Pasadena Heritage presents Pasadena 1940 Forward
This spring, Pasadena Heritage will offer unique programs in a Getty-initiated celebration of the city’s modern architectural heritage through exhibitions and programs at cultural institutions in and around L.A. A leading historic preservation organization founded in 1977, Pasadena Heritage will host a three-part lecture and panel discussion on May 16 and an architectural tour of […]
Wanna buy a hot dog? A Googie Classic!
With this posting on Facebook today from Sharon at 5280 Mod, I was trying to figure out if I could make a living in food service – wouldn’t this be awesome? I’d love to own this and go to work in a hot dog every day – wouldn’t you? Sadly, the Coney Island has gone […]
Help Save The Wallbank House in Belcaro
As much as I love the Denver Metro area, it lags behind in some areas, and one is being able to designate this house as a landmark so it can be saved! Photo by 5280 Real Estate: Gorgeous, isn’t it? The Wallbank House in Belcaro, a 1958 Usonian-design by Tician Papachristou and Daniel Havekost.According […]