Preservation Corner Archives

Case Study House #6: Neutra’s Study in Outdoor Living

April 30, 2020
Written by Jickie Torres

An architectural drawing of the living room of Richard Neutra's case study house #6

The Case Study Houses were and are an illustration of modernism’s intended audience—the masses. These homes were intended to change the way we look at residential design and forever alter…

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A color rendering of the 4 elevational angles of Case Study House #5.

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Case Study House #5: The Unbuilt Ideal

April 22, 2020
Written by Lindsay Jarvis

The Case Study Houses were and are an illustration of modernism’s intended audience—the masses. These homes were meant to change the way we look at residential design and forever alter…

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Take These Free Virtual Tours of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Iconic Sites

April 15, 2020
Written by Jickie Torres

Just because you can’t leave the house doesn’t mean you have to miss spring touring season. Thanks to a collaborative initiative between the The Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy, in partnership…

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An almost pristine Fullerton Forever home with a low slung sloped roof and fun ornage door

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The History of the Fullerton Forever Homes

April 9, 2020
Written by Erin Lawrence and by Lindsay Jarvis and Photography by Jickie Torres

In the 1950’s a handful of architects were promoting an era of easy, modern living in affordable houses. Key among them was real estate mogul and developer Joseph Eichler. Though…

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Your Guide to Radiant Heating

March 6, 2020
Written by Rabekah Henderson

Radiant heating is a type of heating system that uses tubes or wires below the floor to warm a space. There are two types: electric radiant heating, which uses electric…

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mid century modern municipal architecture city hall

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The History Behind That Mid Mod Municipal Look

February 26, 2020
Written by Rabekah Henderson

If you’re a regular Atomic Ranch reader, you probably know plenty about mid century modern residential architecture. But when was the last time you learned about mid century modern municipal…

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The plaza theatre interior detailing its red chairs and expansive hall.

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Palm Springs Preservation: Save the Plaza Theatre

Nestled in the heart of downtown Palm Springs is the historic Plaza Theatre, built in 1936 by Harry Williams. Opening on December 12 of that year, the cinema went on…

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International Style’s Favorite House, Villa Savoye

January 27, 2020
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France’s Villa Savoye sits just outside Paris, elevated above a lush meadow and a nearby forest. The striking home is considered emblematic of International Style, and just a quick look…

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Modernism Week Pick: Charles Phoenix Retro Slide Show

January 9, 2020
Written by Ken MacIntyre and Photography courtesy of Charles Phoenix

Looking for a hilariously entertaining yet informative trip down midcentury-memory lane? One of the most anticipated Palm Springs Modernism Week events—in addition to the countless midcentury home and neighborhood tours,…

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