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Arthur Erickson & Japan

Michael Bernard — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 22:31:20 +0000

This will be good, Journeys East—Arthur Erickson & Japan. Get the full story on Arthur Erickson’s years spent in Japan. Any architecture and design schools out there should snap up the bargain student price before they sell out. The AEC always put on solid events in the name of preservation and education. Check the AEC site for details and get your tickets.

Abraham Rogatnick Moves On

Michael Bernard — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:44:33 +0000

Abraham Rogatnick passed away in Vancouver yesterday. Big respect to the man they call Abe, the man that studied under Walter Gropius at Harvard and did so much for Vancouver’s arts & architecture commuity. He was such a smart man with a gentle demeanor and cheeky wit. We were lucky enough to have spent a day with Abraham and he gave us the goods on the story of Modernism, believe me it goes deeper than you think. We shot over three hours of tape with Abe and will cherish every minute. Our thoughts go out to all that knew him along with a toast.

This video was shot after our interview with Abraham. Shot with my point and shoot still camera, Abe talks about how BC Binning moved away from a Southern Californian colour palette to a more appropriate North West palette. We already miss you Abe.

Abraham Rogatnick from Coast Modern on Vimeo.

Some of Binnings “California Colours”.

Get Inside The Binning House

Michael Bernard — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 17:25:20 +0000

Here’s a great opportunity to get inside the renowned Binning residence in West Vancouver. Designed by Binning in 1939, it’s one of Vancouver’s early modern houses and was a crucial part in Vancouver’s early modernist development. If you’re into modernism and are going to be in Vancouver July 1st, this is a must. The Binning Book with an introduction by the late Arthur Erickson is also worth picking up.

B.C. Binning Residence Canada Day Open House
Wednesday, July 1, 2009 B.C. Binning Residence
2968 Mathers Crescent, West Vancouver
1PM to 4PM
Admission by donation
Call (604) 733-2313 for more info.

In Memory of Arthur

Michael Bernard — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:13:54 +0000

Sunday June 14, 2009 2:30 PM at SFU. Not going to miss this.

Arthur Erickson Moves On

Michael Bernard — Thu, 21 May 2009 04:38:09 +0000

West coast legend Arthur Erickson passed away today in Vancouver. I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to put into words what it was like to spend time with him, but I do know he will be missed by many and his work will live on. We had the privilege of meeting Arthur earlier this year. The night started with countless rounds of Japanese Robata and Sake ending in a magical tour of his garden. It’s like the man was operating on a higher level yet he was so connected to what was happening at that moment. Thank you for everything you’ve done for the West Coast and Canada.

Barbara Bestor in Print

Michael Bernard — Wed, 13 May 2009 15:17:21 +0000

Los Angeles based architect Barbara Bestor is getting mad press this month. Featured in Elle, Angeleno Magazine and Brutus (Japan). Her Venice House is featured on a Dwell Magazine walking tour this weekend. If you’re in LA, do check it out.

1949 Neoteric House – Fred Hollingsworth

Michael Bernard — Sat, 02 May 2009 05:08:49 +0000

Another gem from North Vancouver legend Fred T. Hollingsworth. Featured in Fred’s book the Neoteric House truly wowed us as we stepped inside. The amount of natural light inside was astounding and so were the original blueprints! Putting the ‘proper’ in British Properties.

Downs Draws for CoMo

Michael Bernard — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 01:40:44 +0000

West Coast legend and all round awesome guy, Barry Downs opens his studio to the CoMo cameras. What a day, the man is an artist and an incredible architect. He’s working on a modernist gem up in Uclulet that had us spinning. Some pics to give you a taste.

Abraham Rogatnick

Michael Bernard — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 18:20:33 +0000

Mike and I spent Saturday afternoon with the man they call Abraham. What a guy, a delight and a laugh. So knowledgeable and on point. He cleared up a lot of clouds that we had in our story and has really given the project a kick. Talk about an art collection! A Corbu relief on the kitchen wall and Claude Tousignant were just the tip of the ice berg. Very excited to watch and log over 3 hours of Abe. We’ll be working with Mr. Rogatnick this year as the project moves forward.

John Entenza House – Harwell H. Harris

Michael Bernard — Sun, 28 Dec 2008 21:30:45 +0000

John Entenza’s original 850 square foot home from 1937. What a beautiful spot. The alcove in the car port used to have an outdoor shower. Apparently Entenza would shower off there after walking up from the beach. This was also the house where the Case Study Program was conceived. Click here to read more about the restoration work from Michael Folonis.