Joesph Eichler...

So I guess I am on an architect kick this week...
Joesph Eichler, known for the "California Modern" style built tract style homes in California from 1950 til 1974 and is one of the most influential builders in modern architecture today. Eichler not only built houses that went against the grain but he also sold houses to any race, ethnicity, or religion. His homes are known for glass walls, post-and-beam construction, open floor plans, low slopping or a-framed roofs, vertical siding and atriums (an open-air enclosed entrance foyer designed to further advance the Eichler concept of integrating outdoor and indoor spaces.) 

The Atrium

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Cliff May...

Cliff May, known as "the father of California Ranch Homes", built houses starting in the 1940s in San Francisco and Los Angles. He built houses for people who loved the California lifestyle. Located in sunny southern california they have 300 days of beautiful weather and his houses allowed the owners to enjoy it to the fullest.  Most rooms in his homes have floor to ceiling windows and many open directly to the outside (including master bedrooms). I can't tell you how much I love the look of these homes inside and out. The exterior is just as unique with the roofs, paneling and structure.

Several neighborhoods still exist in Califonia and almost look untouched from the 1950s. I was lucky enough last year to tour one of these neighborhoods in the Long Beach area and it was like stepping back into time.

 

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The Den - FINISHED

Our Den and Study are finally done!!! This house was made for me, the built in shelves and cabinets and layout of the main area is just perfect. Here it is - after 3 months!!

New MID CENTURY MOD SECTIONAL- I.O. METRO!

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RUM DIARY ENVY

Set in 1950s Puerto Rico, this movie set is one envy....

not to mention Johnny Depp plays a dapper gent. 

Based on the life of Hunter S. Thompson this movie has an unreal beach house, vintage cars and a couple gorgeous wardrobes. It gets two thumbs up in my book!!

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Some people's trash

I have graduated from thrift stores and flea markets to the WONDERFUL WORLD of Estate Sales.
Here is what I have found : )

THE DUKE VELVET PAINTING

VINTAGE fiesta PITCHERS

VINTAGE MARY & JESUS PAINTING

AFRICAN AMERICAN PORCELAIN DOLLS

ART DECO ASH TRAY

MID CENTURY MODERN DIAMOND MIRROR

ORIGINAL CANDYLAND BOARD GAME

SEWING TABLE

ELVIS 

ART DECO DIAMOND MIRROR

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