Design and Architecture
Is Prefab Modern Taking Off in LA?
In a time of skyrocketing house prices, prefab Modern is being touted as a sustainable, stylish answer to an affordable home. Plus, the World Cup's new high-tech soccer ball, designers pick their favorite sunglasses, and Philippe Starck picks his favorite building in Los Angeles.
By Frances Anderton • • 30m ListenIn a time of skyrocketing house prices, prefab Modern is being touted as a sustainable, stylish answer to an affordable home. Plus, the World Cup's new high-tech soccer ball, designers pick their favorite sunglasses, and Philippe Starck picks his favorite building in Los Angeles.
LA's Favorite BuildingsPhilippe Starck's favorite building is
Chemosphere House, designed by John Lautner, in the Hollywood Hills
Two New Design Gems for LAGeorg Jensen, designed by Tadao Ando
437 N Rodeo Drive
Beverly HillsKatsuya in Brentwood, designed by Philippe Starck
Summer School: Design Programs for KidsArt Center for Kids: July 10-August 18 in Pasadena, CaliforniaOtis Summer of Art: Intensive 4-week program for students 14 years+, Los Angeles, CaliforniaLACMA: June 26-August 18, 4-week workshopsPrefab in Los AngelesOMD, designed by Jennifer Siegal, in Venice, CaliforniaLiving Homes, designed by Ray Kappe, in Santa Monica, CaliforniaMarmol Radziner and AssociatesFabprefab.com, an Internet resource for prefab enthusiasts