As someone with an interest in modernist and mid-century architecture, I consider myself fortunate to live within jogging distance of the Poppy Peak Historic District, full of mid-century homes, many by noted modernist architects.
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I get excited when I happen upon an A-Frame building whether a house, a motel, a church or a restaurant. I thought it would make for a fun post to share some of the triangular buiildings that I’ve happened upon in my day-to-day explorations
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If you happen to be near UC Santa Barbara and in the mood for some off-campus touring here are 6 locations to stop by - 3 churches and 3 residences (including a geodesic dome), mostly mid-century.
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For mid-century library lovers, the Altadena Public Library has much to offer:
An architect with an easy to remember, catchy name
A building design integrated with the landscape
Distinct metal artwork
Abundant Ackerman wooden Panel Carve
Nicely curated used bookstore where relatively new books can be had for a dollar or two