Curbed.com is featuring my listing of the Erickson House in Barrington as their National House of the Day today. Click here to see the article -they've also linked to Dennis Rodkin's video tour of the home. This house is such a beautiful work of architecture at an absolutely amazing price-it was recently reduced to just $1,000,000-click here for more information.
Modernism
November 23, 2010
October 28, 2010
SOFA CHICAGO 2010
It's almost time for SOFA CHICAGO again- the fabulous Sculpture Objects & Functional Art Show that will bring more than 80 art galleries and dealers from 10 countries around the world. This year, for the first time, the Intuit Show of Folk & Outsider Art will be held in conjuntion with SOFA, so you can see both great shows under one roof. Being held at Navy Pier's Festival Hall November 5-7th -click here for more info.
October 17, 2010
Winnetka Antiques + Modernism 2010
The 2010 Winnetka Modernism Show is being combined with the Antiques Show to form a single show- Antiques+Modernism Winnetka, encompassing the decorative arts & design from the 17th to mid-20th centuries. Browse fine art, furniture, jewelry, vintage textiles and objet d'art. Talk to dealers and experts from across the United States. At the historic Winnetka Community House this coming Friday through Sunday, Oct. 22-24- click here for hours and directions and ticket info.
Gary Gand of Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond will be at the show doing a book-signing of the Julius Shulman: Chicago Mid-Century Modernism book on Sunday October 24th from 11am-5pm.
The Women's Board of the Winnetka Community House has been holding this event for 60 years and it's always an enjoyable and interesting day in one of Chicago's loveliest neighborhoods. Hope you get a chance to come explore.
September 29, 2010
The Fabulous Florsheim Mansion
In 1938, visionary architect Andrew Rebori designed a modernist townhouse and coach house on a narrow plot of land amongst the stately homes of Chicago's Gold Coast. The home was purchased from Rebori by Lillian Florsheim, the shoe heiress and sculptor, in 1946. She lived there and, later, commissioned her son-in-law Bertrand Goldberg (who designed Marina Towers) to connect the 2 buildings with a fantastic bridge kitchen. Take a look at this website for lots of information and some great historic images of the house as it looked when Lillian lived there.
It is currently being offered for sale by its present owner for $2,500,000. You can view listing information here.
This home is a real treasure of Chicago architectural history and has been lovingly preserved over the decades by caring owners-let's hope that continues.
September 23, 2010
Gorgeous Evanston Home
This sophisticated mid-century modern home is located in Evanston, Illinois, just north of Chicago. Built in 1966, this pristine home centers around two courtyards with commercial-grade floor to
ceiling windows throughout the spacious living areas bringing the outdoors
into every room.
Details include tiled floors, 3 fireplaces, built-in shelving and high ceilings. The master suite boasts a fireplace and balcony that runs the length of the 30-foot window span and completely renovated master bath. A stunning freestanding fireplace is at the heart of the home with a sunken conversation pit. A total of 5 bedrooms and 3.2 baths mean lots of room for friends and family. The kitchen has granite countertops, a huge island, 2 sinks, stainless steel appliances including a professional-style gas range & hood. The partial basement includes a rec room and laundry. Lush mature landscaping and a 3-car heated garage round out the picture.
Located in the desirable city of Evanston which has great restaurants, theaters, and shopping, and is the home of Northwestern University-convenient to down town Chicago. This home really has it all for the discerning buyer. Click here for more information and let me know if I can show it to you.
September 22, 2010
Graymoor Featured in Chicago Sun Times
The Chicago Sun Times ran this excellent article about the Graymoor subdivision in Olympia Fields, Illinois featuring my listing at 96 Graymoor, a beautiful sprawling post & beam home that's currently on the market for $500,000. It also discusses the Julius Shulman book about the modernist homes of Chicago, three of which are right here in the Graymoor neighborhood.
Many thanks to the writer, Jeremy Schnitker, for helping to bring some attention to the architectural treasures we are lucky to have in Chicago's South Suburbs! Please let me know if I can show you around.
September 16, 2010
Manilow Sculpture Park
Illinois Landscape No. 5 by John Henry-1976
The Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park is located in the south suburbs in University Park, Illinois and is such a gem!
It's set on several acres of rolling prairie about 30 miles south of Chicago on the campus of Governors State University in University Park, Illinois. Founded by Nathan Manilow, (who also founded the planned community of Park Forest) and filled with works by prominent artists such as Mark diSuvero, Bruce Nauman, and Martin Puryear along with many others. The monumental pieces are placed along meandering paths that wind through native prairie plantings. The park is open year round and tours are available-my most memorable visit was just after a heavy snowfall - magical.
Please take a look at the website and then plan a visit. You just have to come here if you get the chance-you won't be sorry.
September 09, 2010
Tryon Farm on the Today Show!
So exciting- NBC's Today Show real estate expert Barbara Corcoran featured my listing at 67 Tryon Farm Lane in her segment aired Friday, Sept. 10th, at approximately 8:10 am central time. Take a look at the video here. Tryon Farm is a beautiful eco-friendly community located just 1 hour from Chicago in Indiana's Harbor Country.
July 09, 2010
Art in Chicago
There are some fantastic art events happening right now in Chicago. What a city- I feel so lucky to live here.
I just got a chance to see the new Alexander Calder exhibit at the Museum of Contemporary Art. An entire gallery has been filled with Calder's amazing creations and visitors can walk around and under them. The gallery across the hall showcases pieces by contemporary artists inspired by the master.
This morning on NPR, I heard about the Andy Warhol Silver Clouds installation at Crown Hall, the quintessential Mies masterpiece at Illinois Institute of Technology. A work of art in a work of art! The IIT campus is a wonderful place to wander around-full of great architecture. I'm headed there this weekend. The show is running through August 1st, so I hope you get a chance to see it.
Finally, the 19th annual North Michigan Avenue Art Festival is being held at Pioneer Court right across Michigan Ave. from the Wrigley Building. It runs Friday through Sunday and is right in the heart of the city.
Get out there and enjoy!
June 16, 2010
You're Invited!
I have the listings for 2 Don Erickson-designed homes in the Barrington area; the Gunnar Erickson House and Erickson's own estate. Tomorrow, June 17th, I'm hosting a Brokers Open House at both of these listings, and I'm inviting all of my readers, too. Usually these events are restricted to Realtors only, but I thought, the more-the merrier! It's a rare opportunity to tour these 2 fantastic modernist homes and enjoy some wine and cheese.
The homes will be open from 4-6pm and are located at 871 Braeburn Rd in Inverness, and 26280 W. Rt. 22 in Barrington. Hope to see you there!
