DESIGN & LIVING
Inside Ward Bennett’s New York Apartment
Bennett himself referred to the building as a “Manhattan A-frame.” The historic Dakota was constructed between 1880 and 1884 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Pierre Paulin’s Château La Coste
The Château La Coste exhibition lies within the Oscar Niemeyer Auditorium. Paulin’s designs and Niemeyer’s vision create an otherworldly experience with the buildings curvaceous forms complementing Paulin’s serpentine-like storage units and organic biomorphic sofas.
Architect Harry Gesner
Harry Gesner is a prominent American architect known for his innovative designs and use of unconventional materials in architecture.
Round House by architect Eddie Parker, 1962
Located in Dallas, Texas and situated on nearly half an acre, this architectural marvel is a sophisticated mix of vintage and modern elements that incorporate natural stone, wood, and glass.
Architect Bruce Goff
American architect Bruce Goff is known for his out-of-this-world, eclectic, modernist homes. nearly 500 of them span across the mid-west, of which only a handful remain.
Fire Island Pines Architecture
Known for its mid-century architecture, Fire Island Pines also has a unique past serving as a haven for tastemakers in the 1960s and 70s.
The Beaton House by architect Arthur Mudry, 1965
Located in West Vancouver’s coastal forest sits The Beaton House, a rustic, ethereal pavillion styled home that is rooted on a steep cliffside.
Smalley Residence by A. Quincy Jones (1969-73)
Located in Holmby Hills rests one of A.Quincy Jones’ largest single-family homes, the Smalley Residence.
A Converted Cement Factory Turned Studio and Home of Architect Ricardo Bofill
Originally an abandoned cement factory dating back to the early 20th century, Bofill transformed it into his personal living space and architectural office in 1973.
Erik Gunnar Asplund’s Swedish Summer House
Gunnar Asplund built his summer residence on the banks of the archipelago of Stockholm in 1937. He was 52 and at the prime of his career, having completed the Gotheburg City Hall…
Harry Gesner’s Wave House in Malibu
Recently listed for a cool $42.5 million dollars, the ‘Wave’ house has marked its territory as one of the most iconic homes in Malibu.
Andrew Geller’s Antler House in East Hampton
Known as the “architect of happiness,” Andrew Geller’s masterpieces like this East Hampton home, have the ability to spark inexplicable joy.
Architect Ray Kappe
Ray Kappe was an influential American architect known for his pioneering work in modernist architecture and his contributions to sustainable design.
The Historic Sea Ranch
The development of Sea Ranch began in the early 1960s when a group of architects, including Richard Whitaker, Donlyn Lyndon Charles Moore, Joseph Esherick, William Turnbull, Jr., and landscape architect Lawrence Halprin
Paul Rudolph’s Manhattan Penthouse
It’s here at 23 Beekman Place in Manhattan where Rudolph resided from 1961 until his death in 1997.
Awe-Inspiring Atriums
Atriums stand tall as enchanting spaces that effortlessly blend nature and design, creating a harmonious sanctuary within the confines of a building.
Javier Senosiaina’s Casa Orgánica
Completed in 2005, Casa Orgánica is an epitome of organic architecture. Instead of the straight lines and rigid geometries typically found in traditional buildings, Senosiain embraces flowing forms inspired by nature. The result is…
Visionary Architect Nikolaos Xasteros
The futuristic fiberglass home was designed in 1969 by Nikolaos Xasteros for a company named Alta. Only ten examples are left in the world making them extremely rare and highly-sought after.
Architect John Lautner
John Lautner (1911–1994) was an influential American architect known for his innovative and visionary approach to architecture. He was born on July 16, 1911, in Marquette, Michigan…
Modern Conversation Pits: The Revival of the Retro Trend
The conversation pit was a trend during the 1970s, allowing families and friends to join together in one localized spot designed to spark conversations and dialog.