Modern Architecture: It Doesn't Have to Be Cold

 

Intrusive. Stark. Cold. Bland. These are the concepts that have become associated with modern architecture. Due to these preconceived notions, home owners are generally hesistant to explore the options of a modernly-designed residence. The architects that pioneered residential modern architecture started in the 1920s, but it was the esteemed Frank Lloyd Wright that was ahead of his time in the early 1900s. 

 

As he continued to design homes into the 1950s, Wright developed the concept that modern architecture didn't need to be cold. "I'd like to have a free architecture. I'd like to have an architecture that belonged to where you see it standing and was a grace to the landscape instead of a disgrace," Wright stated. Fallingwater is a perfect example of that concept brought to life. Built over an indigenous waterfall, the house blends into the land surrounding it without fading into obscurity. It is a balance between nature and man.

 

This is what we strive towards at ACM. The West Coast trend of Spanish style residential buildings is fading, and in its place modern structures are stepping forward. ACM aligns with Frank Lloyd Wright's school of thought, that the future (and beauty) of modern architecture lies in the structures that are compliments to its surroundings. Building with the land instead of against it is not only more cost effective for the builder, but adds unique features to the structure are creating. ACM looks forward to challenging and beautiful projects like these.