Isamu Noguchi’s “News,” A Free Press Frieze
In 1938, Isamu Noguchi submitted a proposal for a 22-foot-tall, stainless steel bas-relief sculpture entitled "News."
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Paul Thiry: The Father of Pacific Northwest Modernism
If you are visiting downtown Seattle, you will no doubt gravitate toward the iconic Space Needle at Seattle Center. Another prominent building nearby that will catch your eye is the…
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John Lautner: An Architect’s Commitment to Uniqueness
From the Chemosphere to the Goldstein residence, Lautner's iconic designs grew out of an insistence on a structure's uniqueness and cohesion with its surroundings.
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Key Palm Springs Architecture Terms
Getting ready for Modernism Week in Palm Springs soon? Architecture has a lot of specific terms. Here are some you are likely to encounter while enjoying a drive or a…
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The Bob Hope House: A John Lautner-designed Mod Masterpiece
The Bob Hope House—a modern masterpiece.
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What is Mid Century Modern?
Is Mid-Century Modern enjoying a revival, or is its mainstream appeal simply a fresh appreciation for an enduring style?
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Modern Optimism Through Julius Shulman’s Lens
Few can say they’ve reached such a level of fame in a career path they had no idea they’d embark on. With an enthusiastic “why not?”, Julius Shulman simply accepted…
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Alexander Construction Company – Modern Accessibility
To meet the need for mass-market housing in a growing city, Alexander Construction Company made housing more accessible and changed the face of Palm Springs with it. The city grew…
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Albert Frey: The Visionary Palm Springs Architect
Few architects master a style so perfectly as Albert Frey did. His simple yet beautiful approach to Desert Modernism captivated the architectural community and transformed the Coachella Valley. But Frey’s…
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