Summaries

Ten American homes designed by visionary architects, their eclectic clients and current homeowners are highlighted. Each home combined form, function and art to challenge the nature of a home and evolving relationship with it.

This documentary highlights ten revolutionary homes and the visionary architects who designed them, their eclectic clients and current owners. Also, discussed is the evolving relationship of homeowners with their homes that combines nature and technology.The history of American homes and how homes have changed to meet the changing needs of homeowners is detailed. Featured homes include Monticello, Falling Water, Glidehouse, Marina City, Eames House, The Tenement, Lyndhurst, Taos Pueblo, The Gamble House and Langston Terrace Dwellings.

Details

Keywords
  • mansion
  • architecture
  • tenement
  • reference to mcmansions
  • life's mission
Genres
  • History
  • Biography
  • Documentary
Release date Apr 4, 2016
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) TV-G
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations Chicago, Illinois, USA
Production companies Window to the World Communications WTTW

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Tech specs

Runtime 56m
Color Color
Sound mix Stereo
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