Bruce Goff (June 8, 1904 – August 4, 1982) was a prolific self-taught American architect with a very distinct design style which evolved constantly.....
In this PaperCity exclusive, architect Robert Morris writes about his mentor, the late organic visionary American architect Bruce Goff. The conversation
Southeast façade, Ford House, Aurora, IL, 2020. © Iker Gil. Texts by Petra Bachmaier, Leo Berk, Assaf Evron, Grant Gibson, Sidney K. Robinson, David Skidmore, and Mary Woolever. Introduction…
The only private residence built in California by the organic master Bruce Goff is also his powerful testament, a masterpiece of space and form.
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In this PaperCity exclusive, architect Robert Morris writes about his mentor, the late organic visionary American architect Bruce Goff. The conversation
Discover the magic of Bruce Goff – an overlooked American architect who built with coal, ashtrays and goose feathers
Bruce Goff (June 8, 1904 – August 4, 1982) was a prolific self-taught American architect with a very distinct design style which evolved constantly.....
The only private residence built in California by the organic master Bruce Goff is also his powerful testament, a masterpiece of space and form.
In this PaperCity exclusive, architect Robert Morris writes about his mentor, the late organic visionary American architect Bruce Goff. The conversation
The only private residence built in California by the organic master Bruce Goff is also his powerful testament, a masterpiece of space and form.
Southeast façade, Ford House, Aurora, IL, 2020. © Iker Gil. Texts by Petra Bachmaier, Leo Berk, Assaf Evron, Grant Gibson, Sidney K. Robinson, David Skidmore, and Mary Woolever. Introduction…
I was heading to Norman, Oklahoma to see the Bruce Goff- A Creative Mind Exhibition, more about that later, and was running about an hour early for the Friends of Kebyar (see http://www.friendsofkebyar.com/) reception at an exquisite Bruce Goff designed home in Oklahoma City. I decided to go west to Edmond, OK , about 12-15 miles and check out the Hopewell Baptist Church...built in 1948 with help from experienced welders from nearby oil fields. I had heard a non-profit group had formed to save and protect the church and I wanted to see what condition it was in... As you can see the "Oil-Rig" architecture has seen better days. A recent hail storm (up to softball sized) left its mark as it did throughout the area. I know it doesn't look like much now , but it has great possibilities and represents Goff's work utilizing found items. The sanctuary had lighting made by Goff from tin pie pans. Below: Classic Bruce Goff detailing in the spire and skylight... From Edmond, I proceeded to Oklahoma City and the Pollack-Warriner House (1957 & 1980). The owners have owned the house for many years and definately are at one with the house... Shelter from harsh Oklahoma sun, the skylights are minimal but provide important light to the interior. Above: As seen from the street. View toward entry through gate...I love the interplay of smooth against rough, solid and void, light and shadow and on and on...this house is a metaphor for creativity...the house is a square plan with the dramatic hip roofs defining the space within. The fiberglass roof on the upper deck over the garage/studio is a visual delight and a local landmark. Typically, water plays a role in Goff's design... I can't help but think of the Fred Jones Art Museum where the Bruce Goff Exhibition is, designed by Hugh Newell Jacobson, his "villages"...similarities in concept...? Below: Entry to the left The dark green and off-white marble tile looks great in person and reflects the square plan and diamond elements... Above: The kitchen is sizeable and extremely functional with beautiful hardwood cabinets stained ebony... Below: My good friend David Milstead, Architect and Director on the Board of Friends of Kebyar, sporting one his great t-shirt designs. He was elated from spending the night in the Bavinger House the night before. You'll see the Bavinger House up close in a future post. Above: Gate design is very cool and used for tables and benches in the yard. Below: Early dusk effort to photograph indirect lighting and uplights in the blue glass cullets. The evening reception was held at the Warriner's "No Name"Art Gallery in downtown Oklahoma City with great food, wine and company...it was great seeing old friends Tony Thompson, Eddie Jones and David Milstead among others and meeting/making new aquaintences. Below, Herb Greene listens and watches an internet presentation from India on preserving Nari Gandhi's work. He was an apprentice to Frank Lloyd Wright and took his influence back to India to realize some fantastic organic residences and buildings.
Bruce Goff (June 8, 1904 – August 4, 1982) was a prolific self-taught American architect with a very distinct design style which evolved constantly.....
Architect - Bruce Goff Photographer - Eliot Elisofon
Très, très étonnante maison que cette « Ruth Ford house » imaginée par Bruce Goff. Je ne sais pas quel était le style en vogue dans l’Ilinois en 1948 – probablement du néo-victorien lourdingu…
In this PaperCity exclusive, architect Robert Morris writes about his mentor, the late organic visionary American architect Bruce Goff. The conversation
Completed in 1955 in Norman, United States. The mid-century modern movement found an odd yet welcoming home in the small town of Norman, Oklahoma. One of its most notable contributors was...
In 1948, Bruce Goff, a renowned Organic Architect, designed and constructed the Ledbetter House in Norman, Oklahoma. One of the most...
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In this PaperCity exclusive, architect Robert Morris writes about his mentor, the late organic visionary American architect Bruce Goff. The conversation
Architect: Bruce Goff From: Life - 1951
In this PaperCity exclusive, architect Robert Morris writes about his mentor, the late organic visionary American architect Bruce Goff. The conversation
Completed in 1955 in Norman, United States. The mid-century modern movement found an odd yet welcoming home in the small town of Norman, Oklahoma. One of its most notable contributors was...
The only private residence built in California by the organic master Bruce Goff is also his powerful testament, a masterpiece of space and form.
The mid-century modern movement found an odd yet welcoming home in the small town of Norman, Oklahoma. One of its most notable contributors was organic aficionado Bruce Goff. Goff came to popularity in the 1940’s as both instructor and practitioner of his eclectic brand of architecture. Goff’s 1950’s Bavinger House is seen by many as […]
The mid-century modern movement found an odd yet welcoming home in the small town of Norman, Oklahoma. One of its most notable contributors was organic aficionado Bruce Goff. Goff came to popularity in the 1940’s as both instructor and practitioner of his eclectic brand of architecture. Goff’s 1950’s Bavinger House is seen by many as […]
