Jonathan Braun Talks About His Father's Work

Monique wraps up her incredible journey with the podcast in a heartfelt farewell episode, celebrating the amazing guests who’ve joined her along the way. From designers and architects to homeowners, historians, and preservationists, this special episode features unforgettable clips that showcase the passion and stories behind mid-century modernism. Tune in for one last inspiring celebration of the people and ideas that made ‘Mid-century Modernism with Monique’ so special! “When you meet another modernist, you find yourself putting aside anything else you might disagree on, and you’re focusing on that bond of ‘we love these homes’” - Monique   If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty (http://www.modernhomesrealty.com/) to learn more.   Let's Connect!    Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com    Email:  [email protected]   Follow Me On:   Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique 

Monique chats with Chuck Henderson, former president of the Frank Lloyd Wright Conservancy and previous owner of the iconic Walker House in Carmel, the only Frank Lloyd Wright home on the ocean. Chuck shares his experience restoring the house, offers advice to new Frank Lloyd Wright homeowners, and reflects on memorable moments from his time at the Conservancy and Taliesin. Don’t miss hearing about his favorite Wright designs and what being part of this Mid Century Modern architectural world has meant to him.   “You can say that Frank Lloyd Wright’s work is a world heritage site like the Great Pyramids in Egypt or the Taj Mahal in India… so his place is ensconced now with worlds greats” - Chuck Henderson -----   If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty (www.modernhomesrealty.com) to learn more.   Let's Connect!    Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com    Email:  [email protected]   Follow Me On:   Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   Savewright.org  

Monique is joined by the talented Mark English, principal of Mark English Architects in San Francisco. They dive into his journey into modernism, from his love of Inca and Mayan architecture to founding his award-winning firm. Mark shares the fun behind designing his favorite projects, like the Atherton and Tōrō houses, and gives his take on sustainable architecture. Plus, he shares with Monique his opinion on mid-century modern versus modern architecture, making for an insightful and engaging conversation.   “You either have the calling or you don’t… architecture isn’t just a job or a profession. I have the calling... I had my first house built when I was 19” - Mark English   ----- If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty www.modernhomesrealty.com to learn more. Let's Connect!    Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com     Email:  [email protected]   Follow Me On:    Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique     Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   The Architects' Take - www.thearchitectstake.com   Mark English Architects - www.markenglisharchitects.com  

Monique is joined by the brilliant Bob Swatt, architect and partner at Swatt + Partners. They dive into his love for mid-century modern design, the powerful work of Beverly Thorne, and the inspiration behind his iconic Tea Cup homes. Bob also reveals his connection to Rudolf Schindler, shares fun stories from his career, and talks about celebrating 50 years of his firm with a brand new book.   “If a building looks like […] nothing else could have been there except for that building, you’ve hit the nail on the head” - Bob   If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty (www.modernhomesrealty.com) to learn more.   -----   Let's Connect!    Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com   Email:  [email protected]   Follow Me On:    Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   Swatt + Partners (www.swattpartners.com)   Book: Swatt Architects: Livable Modern (House Design)   Book: Insideout: New Modern West Coast Architecture      

Monique is joined by Cord Struckmann and Alfonso Cordon, the owners of Case Study House #26. They share their restoration journey of this Beverly D. Thorne-designed gem and dive into the revolutionary Case Study House program, which promoted innovative home designs. Discover how they stumbled upon this mid-century treasure and their plans to celebrate what would have been Beverly Thorne's 100th birthday.   “Living in a house like this one makes you more appreciative of architecture and creates a responsibility on you for trying to preserve it for others” - Alfonso   If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty (www.modernhomesrealty.com) to learn more.   ----- Let's Connect!    Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com    Email:  [email protected]   Follow Me On:    Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   Case Study House #26 - www.casestudyhouse.com     Docomomo - https://www.docomomo-noca.org

Monique chats with Jonathan Braun about his father, Ernest Braun's, incredible work and legacy. They dive into Ernest's inspiration from Eichler Homes, his journey into photography, and vibrant life through the lens. Jonathan shares fond memories, including time in the darkroom, his father's adventures with combat photography, and the seven photography books he created.   “I just found it incredibly fascinating to watch this, to be in the dark, and under the glow of the safe light, seeing these images appearing” - Jonathan Braun   If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty to learn more.   Let's Connect!    Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com     Email:  [email protected]   Modern Homes Reality: http://www.modernhomesrealty.com/   Follow Me On:    Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   www.ernestbraun.com    

Monique chats with architect Dominic Sarica, who shares his love for living in a Roger Lee home, its unique design, and what drew him to it. Hear about raising his family in this architectural gem, the distinctive style of Roger Lee, and how Dominic tackled design challenges to preserve its integrity.   “All I could see was this horizontal line that peaked out from the landscape and I said, ‘I know what’s back there’” - Dominic Sarica   -----   If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty to learn more.   Let's Connect!    Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com    Email:  [email protected]   Modern Homes Realty: http://www.modernhomesrealty.com/   Follow Me On:    Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique   Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   Dominic Sarica - Interior Architects: www.interiorarchitects.com

Monique welcomes Allan Green to the show to discuss his father's legacy, his work with Frank Lloyd Wright, and his journey in creating the stunning coffee table book, "Aaron Green Organic Architecture: Beyond Frank Lloyd Wright." They talk about his father's unique approach to design, his distinctive style of collaborating with clients, and the charming story of how his parents met with a handmade sweater. Tune in for an intimate look at one of the pioneers of organic architecture and the process of bringing his story to life in print.   “I didn’t want to put limitations on the design because the point is to let him [Aaron Green] do something interesting” - Allan Green   If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty to learn more.   Let's Connect!   Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com    Email:  [email protected]   Follow Me On:    Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   Aaron Green Organic Architecture: Beyond Frank Lloyd Wright - Allan Green

Monique welcomes Chad Dewitt, an accomplished architectural designer and the creative force behind Framestudio, to the show. With features in Dwell, California Home and Design, and many more, Chad shares what inspires him about mid-century modern homes, delves into his personal restoration projects (including an interesting take on why Eichlers aren't his favorite), and invites listeners into his world of auction alerts. Join the conversation with a true expert in the field, as they dive into the world of architecture, design, and restoration.   “It instilled in me a dislike of conformity, I like unique, I like one-offs” - Chad   If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty to learn more.   -----   Let's Connect!    Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com    Email:  [email protected]   Follow Me On:    Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   Curbed Magazine - Chad Dewitt   Frame Studio: https://www.framestud.io/   Instagram: dewitt_20th_century  

Monique welcomes to the show esteemed architect Bruce Avico, a living encyclopedia of mid-century modern history. In this episode, Bruce unveils his journey, from joining the world of Buff and Hensman to pivotal moments that shaped his career.    Join the conversation as they explore the backgrounds of Conrad Buff, Don Hensman, and the influential Calvin Straub, while Bruce discusses the Case Study Houses, reflects on the impact of the 1973/74 energy crisis on architecture, and expresses his deep appreciation for mid-century modernism. Listen in as Bruce reveals his favorite architects and imparts his hopes for the enduring legacy of homes from this timeless era.   “[Why I like mid-century modernism is] kind of like in the renaissance era, there was the high renaissance and I think in modern times, that’s where this landed” - Bruce   If you're interested in buying or selling a modern home, head over to Modern Homes Realty to learn more.   -----   Let's Connect!    Website: www.mcmwithmonique.com    Email:  [email protected]   Follow Me On:    Instagram: @mcmwithmonique   Facebook: facebook.com/mcmwithmonique    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:   Modern California Houses - 1962 Esther McCoy    Beautiful Homes and Gardens In California - January 1, 1965 by Herbert Weisskamp   Buff and Hensmen - By Don Hensmen & James Steele   Calvin Straub   Ralph Rapson's - Greenbelt House