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Before They Were Eichlers: The Untold Story of the Craftspeople, Designers & Immigrants Behind the Homes
Before They Were Eichlers: The Untold Story of the Craftspeople, Designers & Immigrants Behind the Homes

Eichler homes were built not just by celebrated architects, but by Japanese-American craftsmen rising from internment, European modernist émigrés escaping war, and immigrant laborers whose skill and resilience shaped California’s most iconic mid-century neighborhoods. Behind every glass wall and post-and-beam roof is a human story of hope, diversity, and reinvention.

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Modernist Pilgrimage: Visiting Iconic Mid-Century Homes Beyond Eichler Homes
Modernist Pilgrimage: Visiting Iconic Mid-Century Homes Beyond Eichler Homes

From Neutra’s glassy hillside labs to Schindler’s communal concrete retreat, California’s iconic modernist homes go far beyond Eichler tracts. This curated guide explores must-see architectural landmarks across Silicon Valley, the Bay Area, and Los Angeles—highlighting the pioneers, materials, and philosophies that shaped the West Coast’s modernist legacy. A must-read for design lovers and mid-century enthusiasts.

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