Coast Modern » Berkeley

Henrik Bull FAIA

Michael Bernard — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 18:55:23 +0000

Berkeley based architect Henrik Bull gave us a great interview along with a fantastic picnic lunch in his incredible garden/forest. We had a great time with Henrik and look forward to hanging out again. Henrik is responsible for some Northern Californian modernist gems along side some of the best mountain chalets in North America. Henrik was also one of the pioneers of the A-Frame concept. This man deserves a medal! Henrik, lunch is on us next time! After lunch he got out the map and pointed us toward some friends in an Eichler community, so much fun. Henrik is also featured in Pierluigi Serraino’s NorCalMod book. A great window into the world of Bay Area modernism.

Donald Olsen FAIA

Michael Bernard — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 05:50:44 +0000

Had the pleasure of meeting Bay area legend Donald Olsen and his charming art director wife Helen Olsen in Berkeley. Donald designed their house and the house next door, a microcosm of purist modernist ideals surrounded by the lush foliage of the Berkeley Hills. Fantastic visit and a great couple.

Jack Robbins FAIA

Michael Bernard — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 06:36:20 +0000

Berkeley architect Jack Robbins and his fabulous home. This man is surrounded by good things. Trees, birds, apricots and his architecture! Jack is featured in Serraino’s NorCalMod book. A great window into the world of Bay Area modernism.