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  • Kettal Pays Tribute to Dion and Richard Neutra’s Iconic Design

    Kettal presents the Penthouse from Richard Neutra’s VDL Research House II, a building constructed in 1963 that embodies his architectural theories such as “biorealism,” which denotes the relationship between architecture and health. This masterful replication updates the original design with modern materials and construction techniques while faithfully adhering to all the structural details defined by […] More

  • ARCHISCENE Takes You Inside the Iconic Sheats Goldstein Residence

    The Sheats Goldstein Residence, nestled in the hills of Los Angeles, exemplifies the visionary prowess of architect John Lautner and the avant-garde aesthetic of its current owner, James Goldstein. This iconic home, originally built in the early 1960s, has undergone extensive transformations under Goldstein’s guidance, making it a paragon of modern architecture and design. Renowned […] More

  • What Have We Yet to Learn from Le Corbusier’s Unité d’Habitation?

    Le Corbusier‘s Unité d’Habitation is a monument of Modernist architecture and urban planning, encapsulating principles that were revolutionary at the time of its inception. Designed and constructed between 1947 and 1952 in Marseille, France, this residential housing complex was conceived during a time of significant social and economic transformation in post-war Europe. The building was […] More

  • Richard Neutra’s Lovell House and the Rise of the International Style

    The Lovell House, designed by the iconic architect Richard Neutra, stands as a seminal work in the development of modern architecture in the United States. Completed in 1929 in Los Angeles, California, this house represents Neutra’s visionary ideas and embodies the principles of the International Style, which emphasized volume over mass, balance rather than preconceived […] More

  • Philip Johnson’s Glass House: The Making of an Architectural Icon

    Nestled amidst the lush landscapes of New Canaan, Connecticut, the Glass House, designed by Philip Johnson, is a prime example of modernist architecture. Built in 1949, this iconic structure embodies a radical shift in architectural thought and practice. Johnson, who lived in the house until his death in 2005, utilized glass walls and an open […] More

  • Freddy Mamani and the Neo-Andean Renaissance

    In the bustling streets of El Alto, Bolivia, amid the backdrop of the majestic Andes Mountains, a colorful architectural revolution is taking place. At the forefront of this movement stands Freddy Mamani, a visionary architect whose innovative designs are reshaping the urban landscape and revitalizing indigenous culture. Through his bold use of color, geometric shapes, […] More

  • Mayan Revival Architecture: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Hollyhock House

    Mayan Revival architecture is a fascinating architectural movement that found its inspiration in the art and buildings of pre-Columbian Mesoamerican cultures, particularly those of the Maya civilization. Emerging predominantly in the early 20th century, this style was characterized by the use of large, monolithic forms, extensive ornamentation, and a sense of imposing grandeur that seeks […] More