
Dallas Modern Architecture, Pre 1950
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Howard Meyer's deft understanding of the international style is demonstrated in this home sold by Douglas Newby that Meyer designed in 1940. An open floor plan blends formal and utilitarian space flawlessly.
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This DeWitt and Washburn architect designed modern home with a flat roof and wide overhangs is now situated on three acres and remains one of the most important and first international style residences in Texas.
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As Art Deco swept the country in 1936, the Centennial Exhibition buildings at
Fair Park were designed in this style. Several Art Moderne or Art Deco
residences were designed at the same time.
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This home was designed by John Astin Perkins for the Texas Centennial in 1936. Its geometric patterns more closely reflect Art Deco than that of Art Moderne homes designed for the State Fair. This home was originally owned by Dad Joiner who first discovered the oil that made H.L. Hunt famous.
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These sleek, white geometric structures have almost a nautical theme to them.
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This might be the first concrete structure in Dallas. Created by Joseph Kovandovitch in 1914, it overlooks R.L. Thornton Freeway. Some styles are defined by their materials, in this case, concrete.
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This might be the first concrete structure in Dallas. Created by Joseph Kovandovitch in 1914, it overlooks R.L. Thornton Freeway. Some styles are defined by their materials, in this case, concrete.
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Frank Lloyd Wright's Prairie Style was pervasive through the Midwest and Texas not only because of his architectural inspiration, but because many of his plans were published in magazines, plan books and even home construction kits.
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