Come to an open house at the Don Erickson estate at 26280 W. Route 22 Barrington, IL 60010 from 1-3pm on Dec 12th. Erickson was an apprentice of Frank Lloyd Wright and designed this totally unique home for his own family. This event is hosted by Chicago Bauhaus & Beyond President Joe Kunkel of Baird & Warner. The hope is to attract a buyer who will love and restore this architectural treasure!
In Memorium: Malcolm Wells
The “father of modern earth-sheltered architecture", Malcolm Wells, passed away on November 27, 2009. Read about this remarkable man's life and career here.
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You Could Own The Gobbler
The very Mod Gobbler Supper Club of Johnson Creek, WI and designed by architect Helmut Ajango in 1966 is scheduled to be sold at an
auction at the property on Saturday, Dec. 12, at 10 a.m. Read all about it here.
Image via Wisconsinosity
CubeDude Rocks
LEGO Boba Fett? Where's LEGO Boba Fett? I stumbled across Pixar animator Angus MacLane's Flickr Pool, featuring his super-cool "CubeDude" LEGO figures. He's done an amazing job of creating so many different characters and people out of bricks, you'll marvel at each one. See them all here.
Image by Scott Clark
Potter Meets Penguin
What would it look like if the Harry Potter book covers had been designed by Penguin Classics? Check out designer M. S. Corley's interpretations here.
Image copyright M. S. Corley
Sullivan's Newark, Ohio Bank Status
Blair Kamin recently posted some information and inquiries about the restoration status for the Louis Sullivan-designed Home Building Association Bank in Newark, Ohio. Read about it here.
Image copyright Arthur Simon/via Cityscapes
Make Your Own Gingerbread Usonians
Live near the Price Tower in Bartlesville, OK? Then take your kids tonight (or your adults tomorrow) to make gingerbread Usonian houses and learn a thing or two about Organic Architecture. More info here.
Image via pricetower.org
A Look At Louis
Here's a link to a short video clip from t he upcoming documentary "Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture." See it here.
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The Houses Of William Bernoudy
Here's a link to a slideshow of images that feature some of the house designs of Progressive architect, William Bernoudy. See it here.
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Demolishing Dreams
This is an odd story: widow, Cecilia Taylor of Sioux City, IA came home from a trip to Florida to find her William L. Steele-designed house deemed "unsafe" after water pipes broke and flooded it. Insurance wouldn't cover repairs and against the owner's wishes, this historic home is now being demolished. I'd love to find out more info on this sad story and which William Steele House it actually is (was). Anyone know? Read more here.
Map via The Prairie School Traveler
The Roycroft Campus Today
Did you enjoy the recent PBS special on Elbert Hubbard and the Roycrofters? Then you'll want to watch this video showcasing the Roycroft Campus as visitors can experience it today. See it here.
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Wright House Concert Series Planned for 2010
An unprecedented series of Frank Lloyd Wright house concerts, beginning in February 2010, will feature great music in homes designed by the twentieth century’s greatest architect and his mentor, Louis Sullivan.
Proceeds will benefit the FLW School of Architecture's campus in Spring Green, WI.
The 2010 dates and venues are:
* Feb 14, Glore House in Lake Forest, IL.
* March 14, Lamp House in Madison, WI.
* April 18, Coonley House in Riverside, IL.
* June 20, Gilmore House in Madison, WI.
* July 18, Bradley House in Kankakee, IL. Madison, WI.
* Sept 19, Taliesin in Spring Green, WI.
Reservations are required for all concerts. To avoid disappointment, register early by phoning 866-530-7528 x481, or visit www.franklloydwright.org for a ticket order form. Download PDF Flyer.
December 09 Living PrairieMod Newsletter Drawing
Four lucky winners will have the chance to get our four FanGuide™ iPhone Application titles.
• 1 person will win Oak Park Prairie Architecture
• 1 person will win River Forest Prairie Architecture
• 1 person will win Chicago Loop Architecture
• 1 person will win Los Angeles Modern Architecture
Watch demos videos here to see what you'll be winning!
Winners will be chosen on December 31st.
PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST HAVE AN IPHONE OR IPOD TOUCH
Only subscribers of the Living PrairieMod Weekly Newsletter are eligible, so we invite you to sign-up if you like!
We Have A Winner: November 09 Living PrairieMod Newsletter Drawing
Thank you to all who entered the November 09 Living PrairieMod Newsletter giveaway.
Anusha S., Dixie S. and Lyn P. all won a Teco Art Pottery Collection™ Classical vase in the color of their choice.
Only subscribers of the Living PrairieMod Weekly Newsletter are eligible, so we invite you to sign-up if you like!
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Research Tower Photos
Mark Hertzberg at Wright in Racine has posted a gallery of great photographs featuring the S.C. Johnson Wax Research Tower designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. See more here.
Image copyright Mark Hertzberg
Coolest Toy Ever
Forget G.I. Joe and Barbie, the colorful wooden geometric puzzle toy called Cella is the coolest! I would love to find one of these under my Christmas tree! Check out more here.
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Maher Windows Withdrawn
The Kenilworth Club's art glass windows that were put up for sale at Christie's December 8, 2009 auction have apparently been withdrawn (they no longer appear on Christie's website). I have not received any explanation for this turn of events, but I would guess it is most likely due to the fact that the windows did turn out to be original historic building fabric and selling them would conflict with the structure's preservation easement. Follow the link to catch-up on the story from the beginning. If anyone has more info, please feel free to share.
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Lunch With Louis And Louis
Want to hear a lecture on two great Louis's? Then head over to Chicago Architectural Foundation's lecture hall at 224 South Michigan Avenue today at 12:15 pm to hear Frank Youngwerth give a talk on Louis Sullivan and Louis Armstrong. Learn more here.
Image via CAF
Objectified: A Documentary Film
I caught a replay of Objectified on PBS (by Gary Hustwit of Helvetica fame) recently and it is incredibly fascinating. Check the trailer, purchase the DVD if you can't find a reply or download via iTunes here.
This film documents the creative process of the world's finest product designers (such as Jon Ive & Karim Rashid), and looks at how the things they make impact our lives.
Image copyright Swiss Dots
Save Food From The Fridge
MocoLoco posted on Design Academy Eindhoven graduate Jihyun Ryou's effort to look at food storage in a smarter and potentially more energy-efficient way by "saving" them from the fridge. Read more here.
Image via MocoLoco
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