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Six years ago the D.C. Preservation League looked extensively into the future of Washington’s modernist architecture from the mid-20th century. On October 4, 2012 a panel of architects, developers, and preservationists will look back at these modernist structures and discuss the development made on preserving and upgrading them for current use. Join the discussion at the National Building Museum.

The Panelists will include:
•    Robert Carr, Managing Partner, Carr Development
•    Graham Davidson, FAIA, Hartman-Cox Architects
•    Benjamin Forgey (moderator)
•    David Maloney, State Histroic Preservation Officer, DC Office of Planning
•    Beth Savage, Director, Center for Historic Buildings, GSA, Public Buildings Service (invited)
 

Over the past thirty-five years, Raymond Richard Neutra, the youngest son of famous modernist architect Richard Neutra, has explored the world, connecting with his father’s buildings and creating relationships with their owners and occupants. Through his travels, Raymond had the opportunity to better understand his father’s international legacy.

On October 4, 2012 Triangle Modernist Houses will host Raymond Neutra, for a talk about one of his father’s famous American legacies and personal home, the VDL Studio/Residences in Los Angeles, California.  The VDL compound has seen ongoing efforts of restoration since the 1990s. Raymond will describe the philosophical issues encountered during the project as well as its current progress.