The towers' sheer size and height made them a marvel of engineering and construction
Designed by architect Oskar Singer and built by Alfréd Tomaschek for Fritz and Etela Kollmann in 1934
Casa Estudio de Frida Kahlo y Diego Rivera is not just an architectural landmark
filtered through carefully placed openings and creating a play of light and shadow that adds to the building's tranquil atmosphere
This design choice not only blurs the line between indoor and outdoor spaces but also reflects Mies van der Rohe's philosophy of "less is more
Craig Ellwood, CSH#16, 1952-1953 Size:40cm x 60cm, 15.8inches x 23.6inches The towers' sheer size andDesigned as part of the iconic Case Study House program, CSH#16 showcases Craig Ellwoods signature steel framed modernism. With an engineering background, Ellwoods work stands out for its discipline and elegance, rivaling that of his contemporaries. Here, industrial materials are used with striking simplicity: exposed steel, flat walls, and a meticulously planned grid that emphasizes proportion over decoration. The outcome is a pavilion like home that