The Farnsworth House (1945 - 1951) is an iconic work of modern American architecture. It was designed by renowned modern architect Mies van der Rohe in 1937 and was the first home he designed in America. The house sits in Plano, Illinois, about 1.5 hours southwest of Chicago.

History, Modern ArchitectureMitchell RocheleauJanuary 20, 2023mies van der rohe, modern architecture, Farnsworth House, Edith Farnsworth, Mies, architect farnsworth house, Mies Farnsworth House, modern architecture history, Chicago Architecture History, mid century modern architecture history

Eight Things You Should Know About The Barcelona Pavilion

The German Pavilion, also known as the Barcelona Pavilion, was originally presented at the Barcelona International Exposition on May 26, 1929 by King Alfonso the 13th and Queen Victoria Eugenie of Spain. The pavilion was intended to represent Germany's new identity as a peaceful and prosperous nation signifying a fresh start following World War I. Check out our article to learn more about the Barcelona Pavilion

HistoryMitchell RocheleauNovember 30, 2022barcelona pavilion, german pavilion, mies van der rohe, barcelona pavilion mies van der rohe, best modern architects, modern architecture history, spanish architecture, barcelona architecture

Rost Architects Interview with Alan Hess - Part Two Desert Modernism

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're going to discuss the history of modern architecture in Palm Springs California. Palms Springs is a locus of modern architecture in the United States. It has perhaps one of the highest concentrations of historically significant mid century modern architecture anywhere in the world.

InterviewMitchell RocheleauDecember 18, 2021modern architect los angeles, modern architecture history, palms springs modern architecture, modern architecture palms springs, architecture palms springs, desert modernism, top architects LA, top architects newport beach, top architects los angeles

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.

InterviewMitchell RocheleauMarch 29, 2021modern architecture history, richard neutra, Kaufmann Home, modern architect los angeles, modern architect newport beach, modern architecture firms newport beach, modern architect orange county, modern architecture firms southern california, modern architect corona del mar, modern home design, modern house architect, modern residential architect, modern residential designer, frank lloyd wright, Julius Schulman

Rost Architects Interview Series: Barbara Lamprecht

In January 2021 we had the privilege to speak with renowned author and architectural historian Barbara Lamprecht. Barbara specializes in modern architecture history and historic preservation. Our conversation was focused on Mid Century Modern Architect Richard Neutra. Enjoy the conversation.

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Rost Architects Starts Construction On Contemporary Custom Home in NEWPORT BEACH California

In July 2020 Rost Architects started construction on a 2,400 square foot custom home in Newport Beach California. Check out our article to learn more about the home and see the recent construction photographs!

Nine Things You Should Know About The Stahl House – Case Study House 22

What makes this house so special and iconic? The significance of this home is the product of the site, the materials, the design, the location, the photographs and the zeitgeist of the time period that it was built. Click to read more about the Stahl House.

HistoryMitchell RocheleauOctober 7, 2020modern architect laguna beach, modern architect newport beach, modern architect orange county, modern architect los angeles, modern architect dana point, modern architect southern california, modern architecture history, modern architect hollywood, modern architect LA, top architects orange county, best architects laguna beach, best architects newport beach, top architects newport beach, top architects los angeles, best architects dana point, stahl house, stahl house history, Mid Century Modern, mid century modern architecture, case study house architecture, modern architecture firm laguna beach, modern architect, top modern architect newport beach, best architect laguna beach, top architects laguna beach, nest architects orange county, best architecture firm orange county, best architecture firms newport beach, architecture history, mid century modern architect, mid century modern architecture history, case study houses, los angeles architecture history, los angeles modern architecture

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