A Stream Runs Through It: The Norton House’s Journey From 1954 Vision To Modern Icon

A Stream Runs Through It: The Norton House’s Journey From 1954 Vision To Modern Icon

The Norton House stands as proof that the most compelling architecture emerges from the most challenging sites. Built in 1954 along 820 Burleigh Drive in southwest Pasadena, this Buff, Straub & Hensman creation transforms what could have been an insurmountable obstacle into its greatest asset—a natural spring-fed creek flowing directly through the property. Oil engineer…

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Timeless Retreats: Three Mid-Century Modern Homes That Define American Design Excellence

Timeless Retreats: Three Mid-Century Modern Homes That Define American Design Excellence

Mid-century modern homes were built around practicality. Glass walls served structural and lighting purposes. Open layouts supported easy movement between zones without extra framing or separation. Materials such as cedar, stone, and terrazzo were selected for their durability, local availability, and thermal efficiency. Each element served a purpose. After World War II, these homes reflected…

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#This Neutra-inspired tiny modernist home features a 30-foot-long wraparound glass facade

#This Neutra-inspired tiny modernist home features a 30-foot-long wraparound glass facade

“This Neutra-inspired tiny modernist home features a 30-foot-long wraparound glass facade” N1 is a tiny modernist home defined by a 30-foot-long glass facade. The possibilities of tiny homes are endless. It seems like every layout, every facade, every aesthetic has been done before. Even so, the tiny home archetype encourages designers and architects to test…

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