365 Modern
The Dallas Architecture Forum presents its Third Annual 365 Modern Home Reception Series. The three residences are:
Wednesday, 24 February 2010 at the home of Sharon and Michael Young
Designed in 1960 by Robert J. Perry, the residence was oriented to take advantage of a spectacular site which continually slopes to a creek bank. The house is representative of early 60’s modern residential architecture and features details sensitive to the environment of Dallas. Newly completed renovations focused on preserving and highlighting the existing original details while sensitively modifying previous alterations to meet the needs of a contemporary lifestyle.
Wednesday, 31 March 2010 at the home of Gail and Dan Cook
This modern house is known to architects as the “Translucens House” (1999-2004). It houses the Cook’s collection of modern art, sculpture, 20th century iconic furniture and antique dolls. White painted steel frame construction with white aluminum panels and spider glass hanging windows form the minimalist composition. The “Translucens House” uses opaque glass to blur the exterior and interior boundaries, with the home wrapped around an interior courtyard and lap reflecting pool.
Wednesday, 21 April 2010 at the home of David Griffin and James Ferrara
Designed in 2007 by James Ferrara, Lode House is a response to the client’s request for simple, modern living spaces. The residence’s inspiration is drawn from the client’s annual travel to Italy and a residency at Villa Saraceno, a World Heritage Site, designed by Andrea Palladio ca. 1545 in the Province of Vicenza.
A limited number of tickets remain for purchase for the receptions. These residences have been designed and/or renovated by leading local and national architects, landscape architects and interior designers. Receptions are from 6 to 8 pm on the indicated evening. Events include a light cocktail reception, brief remarks by the design team, and valet parking. Limited attendance. If you would like to receive more information or would like to purchase tickets, please contact the Forum at director@dallasarchitectureforum.org
Annual Members’ Meeting
Saturday, 8 May 2010
2 – 4pm
Residence of Rosemary + Dennis Heard
4428 N. Versailles Avenue
The site for this Lionel Morrison designed house, owned by Rosemary and Dennis Heard, was purchased largely because of its proximity to Versailles Park. The design of the house takes full advantage of this unique and cherished location. The principal living spaces, as well as the kitchen, office and master suite, are placed on the second floor while the ground floor accommodates the public and private entries, guest suites and a private garden with a fireplace and water. The most prominent feature is a floor to ceiling, curved glass wall that offers panoramic views into the Park from the public spaces, while the kitchen affords views to the park and the private rear garden. The roof, supported by slender pipe columns in front and with clerestories on the remaining three sides, appears to hover over the main volume of the house, rendered in Texas limestone. Lionel Morrison, FAIA will be on hand for a brief discussion of the house during the Forum’s brief business meeting.
Reservations Required – Limited Attendance
Current members should submit reservation request based on their membership level (see guidelines below):
Individual – 1 person
Friend – 2 people
Supporter and Above (Including Corporate Members and Sponsors) – 4 people
Send names of those wanting to attend to director@dallasarchitectureforum.org, or to 214.764.2406 if you do not have email access. Thank you.