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ARCHICINE: Famous Movie Architecture As Modernist Illustrations.

Artist and illustrator Federico Babina, best known for his Archipix, a series of well-known architects and their buildings rendered as pixellated 8 bit graphics, has now turned architectural icons of cinema into ARCHICINE, a series of modernist posters.

Personally, I prefer these to any of his other work because they combine two of my favorite things, Architecture and Film, into aesthetically appealing artworks. And he did not disappoint, choosing several of my personal favorites to execute - from John Lautner's Chemosphere House in Body Double to the fictional home in Hitchcock's North by Northwest.

Most of the homes in these movies (and depicted on Babina's posters) are actual architectural structures while others are sets and a few are computer generated. Where possible I have attributed the architect or the history of the building.

A Single Man. Directed by Tom Ford. (1949 Glendale residence by architect John Lautner):

North by Northwest. Directed by Alfred Hitchcock (a fictional home created for the movie)

L.A. Confidential. Directed by Curtis Hanson.(Lovell Heath House in Los Feliz by architect Richard Neutra)

Zabriskie Point. Directed by Michelangelo Antonioni (House designed by architect Paolo Soleri)

The Big Lebowski. Directed by Joel Coen (Sheats-Goldstein House by architect John Lautner)

Rear Window. Directed by Alfred Hitchcock (a giant set built at Paramount Studios)

Le Mépris. Directed by Jean-Luc Godard (modernist home in Casa Malaparte, Capri, Italy by architect Adalberto Libera and has since fallen into disrepair)

The Million Dollar Hotel. Directed by Wim Wenders (The Rosslyn Hotel at 100 West Fifth St. in downtown Los Angeles was designed by John Parkinson and now serves as low-income housing)

Body Double. Directed by Brian De Palma (John Lautner's Chemosphere House)

The Fountainhead. Directed by King Vidor (image depicts the fictional Wyland Residence designed by the main character in the film, architect Howard Roark, played by Gary Cooper)

Star Wars. Directed by George Lucas (set design and computer generated imagery)

The Incredibles. Directed by Brad Bird (the computer animated home was an inspired mash up of popular mid-century modern architecture by architects Eichler and Wexler)

Moonrise Kingdom. Directed by Wes Anderson (The Conanicut Island Light, also known as Conanicut Island Lighthouse, was built in 1886 in Rhode Island was used as the Bishop family home exterior in the movie)

Dogville. Directed by Lars von Trier. (filmed in three locations in Sweden, house unknown)

The Party. Directed by Blake Edwards (the 1968 movie was filmed at an unknown apartment building somewhere in Los Angeles and on the United Artists lot)

Mon Oncle. Directed Jacques Tati. (The home in the film, Villa Arpel, was a set entirely built from scratch by painter Jacques Lagrange.)

The Man Without a Past. Directed by Aki Kaurismäki. (the container house was constructed in Helsinki for the 2002 movie)

images courtesy of Federico Babina via Archdaily Some location information courtesy of IMDB and movie-locations.com

A video of Babina's Archipix, if you are not familiar with these and wish to see them:

Babina's Archipix are available to purchase as posters here at Society 6

Historic Schindler Home In Los Angeles Can Now Be Rented For Short-Term Stays.

The Fitzpatrick-Leland House, perched at the top of Laurel Canyon in Los Angeles, was designed by architect R.M. Schindler in 1936 and is considered one of the city’s masterworks of Modern architecture.

Its interlocking spaces, spectacularly framed views, seamless flows from indoor to outdoor spaces, and perfect proportions make for a wholly inspiring place to spend time. Set up as a retreat house for artists in residence, it is also available as a short-term rental for $380 US per night.

Recently restored according to the original plans, it's ideal for lovers of historic and mid-century modern architecture.

The private enclave with gate includes 1 bedroom with an office that can be set up as a bedroom, 1.5 baths, a swimming pool, a living room with fireplace and a long dining table, a fully-equipped kitchen, outdoor dining areas, a bbq grill, views of the canyon, laundry, parking, and wifi.

The house is owned by non-profit organization MAK Center for Art and Architecture at the Schindler House. All proceeds from rental support the MAK Center’s conservation of Modern architecture and its cultural programs in Los Angeles. Free admission to the landmark Schindler House (R.M. Schindler, 1922) in West Hollywood included with rental.

Please note that this house is being made available here for short-term residential use only – any and all photo shoots or film shoots (artistic or commercial), or any private events with more than 6 guests, must be arranged with the MAK Center directly.

Bedrooms 2
Bed Type Full Beds
Kitchen Full Kitchen
Bathrooms 1.5
Accommodate 2-4 Guests
Internet Wi-Fi
Pet friendly No
Rates $380 per night
View City

Amenities: TV, Internet, Heating, Pool, Furnished Kitchen, Parking, Indoor Fireplace, Washer, Dryer

images courtesy of boutique-homes.com , Vladimir Paperny, John Florance and the MAK center

Go here for renting availability and inquiries

Mid-Century Modern Miniature. The Emerson House By Brinca Dada.

I was absolutely thrilled to learn that brinca dada of New York has created a modern dollhouse, inspired by Richard Neutra’s Kaufmann Desert House and the Cooper residence designed by A. Quincy Jones. The Emerson House, a stunning modern wood and acrylic glass dollhouse will soon be on the market for $299.

above: Richard Neutra's Kaufmann House in Palm Springs

above: The home A. Quincy Jones designed for actor Gary Cooper

Also offered by brinca dada will be mid-century modern livingroom furnishings and a wooden articulated family.

Now for all the pictures and specs.

New updated pics, posted feb. 28th!

The House:

Inspired by the flat roofs and organic flow of Richard Neutra’s Kaufmann Desert House and the ultra-modern stone, glass, and steel home that A. Quincy Jones designed for Gary Cooper, brinca dada’s Emerson House incorporates beautiful design and exciting play patterns while elevating the traditional toy dollhouse design.

Emerson House features many distinguishing architectural features like glass corners, minimalist cut stone fireplaces, scored hardwood floors and recessed lights (LED, powered by solar panels).

The home has six rooms including a living room, kitchen, library/office, master bedroom, bathroom and child's bedroom. With its large, open floor plan and floor-to-ceiling windows, the Emerson House enjoys year-round sunlight.

Made of wood (birch and others) and acrylic glass, it measures 18"H x 21"W x 30"L and is built at 3/4" scale. All stain and paints are non-toxic and lead free.

Specs:
* 30" x 21" x 18"
* Scale: 3/4
* Lights powered by solar panels
* Designer: Tim Boyle

The furnishings:

The living room set features eleven pieces including TV console, lamps, HD television, sofa, chairs, coffee table, console, side table and rug.

Specs:
* Scale: 3/4"
* 11 pieces
* Materials: Wood, fabric, leather

The Family:

The Modern Family is sleek, minimalist, and striking; the dolls' beauty is only matched by their exquisite functionality. Not only are they posable and fully articulated, the dolls' biceps and calves flex realistically. Made of wood (cgi images shown).

Specs:
* Scale: 3/4
* Height Range: 2" to 4.5"
* Materials: Wood
* Fully articulated

Based in New York City, brinca dada is currently launching its toy line with the unique new dollhouse design, the Emerson House. Available this coming Spring, suggested retail price is $299.99.

UPDATE: Be sure to see the new Bennet House by Brinca Dada expected to hit the market in october, 2010.

brinca dada’s Emerson House, other dollhouse designs, as well as doll furniture and accessories will be available at www.brincadada.com as well as select specialty toy and hobby stores nation- wide in the coming months.

info and images, courtesy of brinca dada

Whereas once modern dollhouses were virtually impossible to find, the modern dollhouse is becoming a popular trend. This is the seventh modern architectural miniature about which I've written. To see other amazing examples, visit the links below: