Philip Johnson House Resurrected

In the fall of 2008, Victoria Lyon of Victoria Lyon Interiors in Old Greenwich, CT., invited a group of artisans, artists and furniture makers to collaborate on bringing an empty Philip Johnson modern house back to life and showcase it as an example of how a small but iconic mid-century modern house could be adapted for life in the 21st century.

A number of remarkable artists, including some whose work has been exhibited at the MOMA, the Met and the Louvre, contributed their work.

The houses now stands as a reminder of the importance of saving modern architecture which continues to be threatened by the proliferation of the McMansions that replace them.

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Pre-Fab Clubhouse

Fans of prefab design can now pass their affinity on to their children via Modern Cabana’s newest addition to their collection of modern living spaces — the KIDDO Cabana. Dubbed the “ultimate choose-your-own-adventure” dwelling space, kids will adore turning the blank canvas of the KIDDO into their own unique playhouse.

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Second Home

Andre Kikoski designs new Denver restaurant and bar Second Home.

-- allie

Tags: Andre+Kikoski, modern dining, modern architecture, Second Home

Cool Treats for Modernists

Brooke Hodge introduces us to the coolest ice cream truck ever - a silver modernist throwback delivering handmade sweet treats created in the likenesses of masterpieces by some of modern architecture's greatest minds. With appealing names like “Frank Berry House,” “Richard Meyer Lemon,” “Louis Kahnteloupe,” and “Mies Vanilla Rohe,” ice cream bars shaped into modernist buildings make learning about architecture unavoidable, even when you're just looking for a treat. 

Ahoy modern!

I grew up on boats. From grandpa's big motor boat to dad's sailboat, to purchasing one with my husband. Life on the open water is as close to perfection as I can imagine. However, as our lives become more complicated, work demands increase, and family grows in size, how can we accommodate our needs while still floating blissfully?

From the clever makers of MetroShed and MetroCabin comes the MetroShip -- for those of us who are more sea-worthy.

 

 

Every boat is equipped with a high-end kitchen & bath. The open living area features a full HD TV projector for TV, movies, gaming, internet or e.mail. Sound is courtesy of Jamo in-wall speakers. The kitchen island and full size bathroom divides the living area from the master bedroom. Additional bedroom 'pods' are available in the living area that rise from the floor.

-- allie

Tags: MetroShed, MetroShip, modern house boat, contemporary boat, luxury house boat

South Face by Massimo Iosa Ghini

 

-- allie

Tags: modern patio, South Face, patio furniture, outdoor furniture, Massimo Iosa Ghini

Modern Tree House

 

(image courtesy of: theblog.modamuse.com.)

It's July and we're celebrating by bringing you the stars of tomorrow: the independent designers building the underground design revolution.

Today's revolutionary is Tracey Collins, a New Zealand architect who created a chrysalis-inspired tree house that's open for business.

Watch the video of this ingenious creation here.

Pre-fabulous

Today, Dwell unveiled the next phase of the Dwell Homes Collection, the newest addition in the world of modern prefab construction. By teaming with architects and prefab factories, the Dwell Homes Collection is a series of sustainable and standardized modern prefab homes. Partnering with Lindal Cedar Homes and Marmol Radziner Prefab, Dwell is offering a cost-effective and sustainable modern nest.

-- allie

Tags: modern prefab homes, Dwell, prefab, green design, sustainable design

Pitt in NOLA

Brad Pitt's success in NOLA. An update and profile from W mag...

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Modern entryway

For someone with very modern & minimal interior tastes, the exterior of my dream home is more, dare I say, traditional. I want a large pre-war brick farmhouse surrounded by landscaped greenery and large trees behind a... And that's where I stop. The inside would emote a classic mid-century modern design, carefully crafted and placed. A complete shock to the senses.

Then I come back to it's surrounding exterior. Your typical stuffy wrought iron enclosure? Heavens no! Large stone lions? I'd rather fill my living room with a floral, over-stuffed sofa and apothecary table. No, no. Something unexpected, tailored as a preview to the juxtaposition between the exterior and interior of my home.

Check out more from Peter A. Kirsch-Korff.

-- allie

Tags: modern exterior gate, modern fences, modern design, contemporary landscaping, Peter Kirsch-Korff