The Story of Taliesin West: A New Way of Living

Why is Taliesin West significant in the history of American culture and Architecture? Taliesin West was a petri dish breeding a new lifestyle based on freedom, connection with nature, and a spirit of innovation. It challenged the conventional way of living at the time through its philosophies, daily rituals, and the work that was produced there. Most importantly, its architecture was a direct reflection of this lifestyle.

A Brief History of The Robie House by Frank Lloyd Wright

The Fredrick Robie House, located in the Chicago neighborhood of Hyde Park, is one of the most iconic examples of modernist architecture. Designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright in 1909, the house has been called "the most important building of the twentieth century" and "the greatest work of architecture America has produced."

HistoryMitchell RocheleauFebruary 7, 2023Robie House, frank lloyd wright, Wright Robie House, Chicago Architecture History, Modern Architecture History, modern architecture, best architecture chicago, Prairie Style House, Wright Prairie Style, Modern House Architecture, Modern Architecture History Wright

Rost Architects Interview with Alan Hess

In spring of 2021, we had the opportunity to speak with Architectural historian Alan Hess. Alan has written over 20 books on the topic of modern architectural history ranging from Frank Lloyd Wright to Palm Springs Modernism. In this segment we discussed the origins of California Modern Architecture, key players in the movement including Irving Gill, Frank Lloyd Wright, and John Lautner.

InterviewMitchell RocheleauDecember 10, 2021modern architect los angeles, modern architecture firm, mid century modern architect, mid century modern architecture, modern architecture history, modern architecture firms newport beach, modern house architect, modern architecture firms southern california, modern architect orange county, modern architect beverly hills, modern architect newport beach, alan hess, frank lloyd wright, John Lautner, california architecture history, mid century modern architecture history, los angeles architecture history

Rost Architects Interview Series: Raymond Neutra

In January 2021, I had the pleasure of speaking with Raymond Neutra, the son of renowned mid century modern architect Richard Neutra. Click here to watch the video interview.