The John Hancock Center exemplifies modernism at its most rigorous: functional
The towers' sheer size and height made them a marvel of engineering and construction
Casa Estudio de Frida Kahlo y Diego Rivera is not just an architectural landmark
playing a significant role in their artistic lives and the cultural landscape of 20th-century Mexico
creates a seamless connection between the interior and the natural surroundings
Craig Ellwood, CSH#16, 1952-1953 Size:40cm x 60cm, 15.8inches x 23.6inches The John Hancock Center exemplifiesDesigned as part of the iconic Case Study House program, CSH#16 showcases Craig Ellwoods signature steel framed modernism. With an engineering background, Ellwoods work stands out for its discipline and elegance, rivaling that of his contemporaries. Here, industrial materials are used with striking simplicity: exposed steel, flat walls, and a meticulously planned grid that emphasizes proportion over decoration. The outcome is a pavilion like home that