Content about Modern Profile

Architect A. Quincy Jones
Touring California with architect A. Quincy Jones—the remarkable modern designs of Jones & Emmons
Architect Aaron Green
When Joe Eichler met architect Aaron Green—a 'lost' Eichler development that broke the design mold
Art Imitates Life: Artists Inspired by Modern Architecture
Passionate fine artists and the mid-century modern architecture that inspires their compelling canvases
Beyond Flash and Fantasy
John Lautner's 'keeping it real' approach to architecture—visionary yet down-to-earth, space age yet eternal
Bohemia by the Bay: Looking Back on the Beat Generation
Non-conformist spirits of the mid-century and their San Francisco haven
Carter Sparks Magic
Drama, humor, and exoticism meld with redwood warmth for architect's quirky brand of modernism
Custom Carter Sparks
Apart from his Streng designs, architect Sparks wowed his custom clients with drama and intrigue
Eichler Architect, Bob Anshen: Self-Made Man
The Bay Area architect was a mastermind whose inventions included Eichler homes—and himself
Eichler Inspiration: Paul Adamson
Fascination with Eichlers Peaks with Paul Adamson's Book 'Eichler: Modernism Rebuilds the American Dream'
Eichler Salesman Jonas Harschel
His restless soul steered him to the Eichler fold—and shared liberal values forged a deep connection
Encore Performance: The Gary Cooper House
Designed with star power by architect A. Quincy Jones—the Cooper house takes center stage for the second time
Ernie Braun: Photographer Behind the Eichlers
For 14 years, Ernie Braun captured Eichler Homes' modernist utopia with his camera bigger than life
Falling for a Futuro
A tenacious California architect takes on the restoration of his out-of-this-world dream home
Hello, Cool World: Painter, Karl Benjamin
SoCal painter reconnects his hard-edge modern art with classic artifacts of mid-century California
Image That Moved Eichler
Touching image of inspiration that stirred Eichler's soul—two boys, two races, one poignant photograph
In Memoriam: Architect Kinji Imada (1927 - 2005)
Remembering the serene Architect Kinji Imada—a quiet presence who made sure the Eichlers got built
Joe Eichler Profile
Eichler's iron will, steadfast vision, and unwavering integrity were vital to his success as merchant builder
John Siler's Touch
With bright colors and quirky details, this designer's Streng is an intriguing 'idea house'
Last Days of Eichler Homes
A great building machine hits rock bottom—when Eichler's urban high-rise gamble toppled his company
Meet Bill Streng
Three decades one of his own best customers, Bill still lives 'Streng modern' with a passion
Meet Builder Robert Rummer
Much more than a coincidence—when the Eichler modern aesthetic rose up in the suburbs of Portland
Meet Jim Streng
Proud builder and straight-talking politician, Jim Streng still keeps an eye on his town
Mid-Century Modern Art: Shag's World
Where bottomless cocktails and hedonic cool are served up with mid-century style and optimism
Modern Architecture: Pyramid Power
Swayed by their architect to go New Age, Streng brothers have a cosmic energy fling
Profile: The Dark Family
Dark family bridges generations by carrying on their Streng-to-Eichler modern lifestyle