Modern Property - Joe Kunkel

Bridgeport- a secret Chicago treasure

There is a terrific article in today's Chicago Tribune all about Bridgeport- "one of the better-kept secrets in Chicago". Jeffrey Steele writes about the rich history of the neighborhood, the diversity of its proud residents, and its proximity and accessibility to downtown. Please see the link below to read the complete article and view more images of this treasured Chicago neighborhood.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/classified/realestate/communities/chi-bridgeport

Shown above is my new  listing of an 1898 Workman's cottage located in Bridgeport. This charming home has been completely and carefully updated inside and out, while retaining all its period character. I've included a link to the Realtor.com page below. Please take a look at this great property and feel free to email me with any questions.

http://www.realtor.com/search/listingdetail.aspx

Busy November Weekend for Modern Fans

The first weekend of November brings 2 fantastic events to Chicagoland for those of us who are lovers of all things modern. 

The SOFA (Sculpture, Objects and Functional Art) 2008 Fair comes to Navy Pier Nov. 7-9. This is the 15th year for this comprehensive show of contemporary art from the Chicago  area and all around the world. In addition to seeing wonderful works and meeting artists and craftsmen, you can find out about local galleries, hear lectures, see demonstrations, and view films.

The 19th annual Winnetka Modernism Show, held at the Winnetka Community House, runs Nov. 8 & 9 with a Gala Preview Party  Friday Nov. 7th. This show features quality examples of everything from furniture to decorative arts to clothing dating from the the early to late 20th Century, including Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Arts & Crafts Moderne, and Mid-Century. Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond has participated for several years, and we meet all kinds of fellow enthusiasts. Please stop by our booth and say hello.

http://www.sofaexpo.com/chicago/2008/index.htm

http://winnetkamodernism.com/

Great Autumn Architecture Tours

I just read in the Chicago Tribune that the Farnsworth House will be offering tours of the flood damaged Mies masterpiece. These special tours are going to run only through the end of October and will offer a rare (and heart- wrenching) look at the recent damage.  The proceeds from these tours will help with the extremely costly restoration.

Also, Wright's Robie House in Hyde Park is set to undergo a comprehensive restoration project starting in fall of 2009. In preparation for this , the tour schedule will be cut back from 7 days a week to Saturdays only beginning Nov. 1, 2008 until closing to the public Oct. 31, 2009. Go see the ultimate Prairie House while you can.

www.farnsworthhouse.org
www.gowright.org/robiehouse/tours.php

Lakefront Modern Home Tour - Now Sold Out

This Sunday's Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond tour of 2  Modernist homes on the shores of Lake Michigan in Glencoe is now completely sold out.

This is a rare opportunity to tour a 1961 design by Tony Grunsfeld which is currently being restored back to its original glory under the supervision of Mr. Grunsfeld himself. We'll also visit the Ancel House, designed by Edward Dart and saved from the wrecking ball to be meticulously restored by the current owners.

Please consider joining Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond to receive advance notice of our many great events such as this tour and our retro-fabulous Holiday Party coming up on Sunday, Dec. 14th.  See link below.

http://www.chicagobauhausbeyond.org/

 

Cool St. Louis Museum Shows

What a fantastic excuse for a road trip!

I just got a heads-up from a friend about 2 great new art exhibits in St. Louis. The first is at the Kemper Art Museum, and is all about Mid-Century California art, design and culture, running 9/19/08 to 1/5/09. The second  is at the St. Louis Art Museum and features important American Abstract works by de Kooning, Pollock, and many others. It will run from 10/19/08 to 1/11/09. The museums are only blocks from each other.

I can't wait to take a drive down to see these 2 shows and hope you can get there, too. Below are links for both shows.

http://www.slam.org/index.aspx?id=122&exh=84
http://kemperartmuseum.wustl.edu/cool.html