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Rost Architects shares stories about Architecture, Design, and History. Rost is an architecture and interior design firm located in Orange County California. We enjoy sharing news and stories about the industry and beautiful architecture from all over the world.
Total 30 episodes
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30: Interview With Roderick Beaton: Ancient Greek Cities & Culture
Listen to our interview with Roderick Beaton, author of The Greeks: A Global History.
42:5308/10/2024
29: Interview with Leo Hollis: The Architectural History of London and St. Paul's Cathedral
Listen to our interview with Leo Hollis, author of Phoenix: St. Paul's Cathedral and the Men Who Made Modern London. To watch the full interview visit www.rostarchitects.com
57:1116/09/2024
28: The Story Behind The Architecture and Construction of St Peter's Basilica
At the heart of Vatican City, St. Peter's Basilica stands as a monumental testament to Renaissance architecture's ingenuity and the Christian faith's enduring spirit. This iconic structure has captivated visitors and worshippers for centuries with its imposing façade, towering dome, and sacred interior. Its architectural history is a tapestry woven from the visions of legendary architects such as Bramante, Michelangelo, and Bernini. Each contributed their genius to the Basilica's construction, leaving a lasting legacy. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
14:0816/05/2024
27: The Story Behind the Architecture and Construction of St. Paul's Cathedral and Sir Christopher Wren
The construction of St. Paul’s Cathedral helped breathe new life into the city. It created jobs and a new identity for London and served as a monument that brought people together. It marked the beginning of London’s development into a global capital. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
19:5715/05/2024
26: Interview with Raymond Neutra on Father Richard Neutra
Listen to our interview with Raymond Neutra, son of renowned mid-century modern architect Richard Neutra. To watch the full interview visit www.rostarchitects.com
01:06:4506/03/2023
25: The Architecture and Philosophy of Richard Neutra - Interview with Barbara Lamprecht
Mitchell Rocheleau and Barbara Lamprecht discuss famed mid-century modern architect Richard Neutra. To watch the full interview visit www.rostarchitects.com
01:19:1206/03/2023
24: Mid-Century Desert Modern Architects - Interview with Alan Hess
Mitchell Rocheleau and Alan Hess discuss mid-century modern architecture in the California desert. To watch the full interview visit www.rostarchitects.com
20:1106/03/2023
23: Los Angeles Mid Century Modern Architecture History: Interview with Alan Hess
Listen to an interview with Alan Hess about mid-century modern architecture in Los Angeles. To watch the video visit www.rostarchitects.com
45:4206/03/2023
22: The Story of Joseph Eichler
The Eichler developments across California have captivated me for over a decade. I had the opportunity to work on the restoration of two original Eichler homes. The process opened my eyes to the rich history behind his developments, construction techniques, marketing strategies, and his ideas about modern California living. He left a lasting impact on the architectural industry and the American housing market at large. Listen to the story of Joseph Eichler with Rost Architects. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
07:4106/03/2023
21: The Story of Palm Springs Architect William Cody
William F. Cody stands out as one of the most impressive California mid century modern architects due to his vast portfolio of built work in the Palm Springs area. Through hundreds of built projects, Cody was able to experiment, refine, and master desert modern architecture by creating buildings that were fit for the local environment and suited the lifestyle of post war America. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
05:0202/03/2023
20: The Story of Palm Springs Modern Architect William Krisel
William Krisel is one of Palm Springs most notable mid-century architects. He is best known for his tract developments in Palm Springs. Throughout his career, Krisel produced fantastic modern architecture while maintaining a “down to earth” approach. He never forgot that architecture was ultimately for people and must respect economy, constructability and the market. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
07:1302/03/2023
19: The Story of Modern Architect Rudolph Schindler
Why is Rudolph Schindler an important figure in the history of California modern architecture? What were the forces that influenced the development of his architectural aesthetic? Why is his legacy and impact important to the profession today? We will attempt to answer these questions and more in this article on modern architect Rudolph Schindler.
10:0502/03/2023
18: A Brief History on Architect Frank Lloyd Wright
Hear the story of Frank Lloyd Wright, America's most influential architects of the 20th century. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
09:4327/02/2023
17: Top Four Early Modern Architects in Southern California
Learn the story of four architects that laid the foundation for modern architecture in Southern California. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
05:0227/02/2023
16: The Story of John Lautner
John Lautner was one of the most influential architects in Southern California. Learn about his early career studying under Frank Lloyd Wright, his budding career in Los Angeles and his seminal works that stand out as icons of an era. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
08:5527/02/2023
15: The Story of Sagrada Familia and Architect Antoni Gaudi
The Sagrada Familia in Barcelona Spain, by architect Antoni Gaudi is a seminal work of architecture. It is renowned world wide for its innovative design and engineering. Listen to the story of how the cathedral came to fruition and why it is one of the most important works of architecture in history. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
11:0327/02/2023
14: A Brief History on the Beginnings of Modern Architecture
When, where, and why did modern architecture begin? Get a brief history of how the modern movement in architecture started. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
06:2427/02/2023
13: A Brief History of Modern Architecture in Palm Springs
Palm Springs, California, is a time capsule of mid-century modern architecture.
Around the mid-1900s, many notable architects such as Richard Neutra, Albert Frey, Bill Cody, E. Stewart Williams, William Krisel, and Donald Wexler established their careers in Palm Springs. The buildings these architects designed made the city a major destination, attracting people from all over the world. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
11:3718/02/2023
12: The Story of Villa Savoye and Le Corbusier
Villa Savoye is a modernist masterpiece created by the famed architects Le Corbusier and Pierre Jeanneret. It is considered one of the most influential examples of International style architecture and stands as one of the defining works of the 20th-century. The design and construction of the home would span nearly a decade from 1921 to 1931. The result was a home that exemplified Le Corbusier's new modern architectural philosophy. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
06:0117/02/2023
11: The Story of Richard Neutra's Kaufmann Desert House in Palm Springs California
Listen to the story of the Kaufmann Desert house in Palm Springs California, one of the most famous modern houses of the 20th century. In 1946 Edgar Kaufmann commissioned Richard Neutra to design a winter vacation home. Photographs of the home taken by Julius Schulman were distributed worldwide, cementing the house in the history of architecture. To read the full article, visit www.rostarchitects.com
06:2317/02/2023
10: A Brief History of the Robie House by Frank Lloyd Wright
The Fredrick Robie House, located in the Chicago neighborhood of Hyde Park, is one of the most iconic examples of modernist architecture. Designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright in 1909, the house has been called "the most important building of the twentieth century" and "the greatest work of architecture America has produced." To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
11:4417/02/2023
9: Frank Lloyd Wright's Oak Park Home and Studio
Frank Lloyd Wright’s Home and Studio were the breeding grounds for a new modern American Architecture. Many ideas that shaped the profession came from this tiny home and studio on the outskirts of Chicago. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
08:1916/02/2023
8: The Stahl House - A Modern Architecture Icon
Listen to the story behind the Stahl House, Case Study House #22. The Stahl House is one of Los Angeles' most iconic works of architecture. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
09:2315/02/2023
7: A Brief History of the Hearst Castle and Architect Julia Morgan
The Hearst Castle is an iconic work of architecture, brought to fruition through Julia Morgan, an unassuming yet fervently determined architect, and William Randolph Hearst, a wealthy media tycoon who shared Morgan’s passion and interest in art and architecture. Through the collaboration of these two individuals, the Hearst Castle emerged out of the hill and would become a landmark for California’s history and culture of the 20th century. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
18:4214/02/2023
6: The Story of the Florence Cathedral
Listen to the story of the Florence Cathedral, one of the most iconic cathedrals in Europe. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
15:3014/02/2023
5: The Barcelona Pavilion
The Barcelona Pavilion is a seminal work of modern architecture by renowned architect Mies van der Rohe. Listen to the story behind the history of the pavilion. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
11:4513/02/2023
4: The Story of the Louvre Museum
Listen to the story behind the architecture and design of the Louvre Museum in Paris. To read the full article visit www.rostarchitects.com
15:1910/02/2023
3: The Roman Pantheon
In this episode, we tell the story of the Roman Pantheon. One of the most iconic structures in architectural history. To read the full article and see more photographs of the Pantheon, visit www.rostarchitects.com
09:5010/02/2023
2: The Case Study House Program
The case study house program was an experimental program set up by John Entenza through Arts and Architecture Magazine, that facilitated the design, construction and publishing of modern single-family homes. The goal was to highlight modern homes constructed with industrial materials and techniques that could help solve housing needs after WWII.
12:3409/02/2023
1: The Story of the Farnsworth House
The Farnsworth House is an iconic work of modern American architecture. It was designed by renowned modern architect Mies van der Rohe in 1937. Listen to the story behind the home and why it is a seminal work of architecture.
15:4209/02/2023