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Walter Gropius

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe: Man of Steel, Bronze & Glass Curtain Walls

Constance Dunn October 4, 2023
Perhaps no one better understood how to positively exploit the potential of technology and engineering than van der Rohe, a founding father of Modernist architecture who was central to the Great Age of the Skyscraper during the 1950s and 1960s—a time when many city landscapes would shift from horizontal to vertical.

Walter Gropius & the Enduring Legacy of the Bauhaus

Constance Dunn August 23, 2023
In the early 20th century, architect Walter Gropius aimed to harmonize art, technology, and craftsmanship—a vision that birthed the groundbreaking Bauhaus school in 1919. Gropius’s call to unite architecture, sculpture, and painting underpinned the school’s ethos. Rejecting tradition, the Bauhaus propelled design and art into a new era, embracing functional forms and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Ray Kappe, Pacific Palisades

What Makes a Legend: Ray Kappe, Architectural Visionary

Pamela Corante-Hansen November 25, 2019
South Bay Digs was granted an exclusive interview with Kappe in 2015, who shared his thoughts on everything from environmentally friendly design to the unique challenges Southern California’s urban landscape poses to architects today.

Philip Johnson’s Clarity of Vision with The Glass House

Jenn Thornton December 7, 2017
The Glass House, designed by architect Philip Johnson, reflects the beautiful landscape of Southern New England. Johnson, known for his modernist approach, incorporated historical elements into his designs. The Glass House, completed in 1949, sits on a hill, nestled among trees, and offers stunning views of a manmade pond.

The Enduring Style of Mid-century Modern Design

Karine Monié November 16, 2017
The Mid-century Modern design, known for clean lines and organic curves, maintains its allure in contemporary spaces. From architecture to interiors, this style embraces open layouts, sleekness, and functionality creating a lasting impact worldwide.