Comments on: Mid Century Modern Home Plans

By: Keith York

Keith York — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:22:15 +0000

Can you detail what specifically the brochure says about Frederick Liebhardt’s involvement? In researching his work, the 3-stage beach cabin looks close to his first studio in his own backyard circa 1949-1950?

Thanks for anything you can offer on Liebhardt - a great San Diego architect who moved here following his Taliesin apprenticeship.

Keith

By: Kate LB

Kate LB — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:34:41 +0000

I realize your comment was quite a while ago Matt but if you still have pictures I’d love to see them. I am just about to close on an A-frame very similar to the Ranger in the brochure (that has been nearly completely disguised under a bunch of ketch cottage decor, however the completely suspended fireplace is still intact. I am trying to restore it, obviously not to the plywood because it will be a full time residence but I’d be very interested to see what others have done with their Aframes. you can email me at KLeeseBurgers@gmail.com

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Mid Century Modern A Frame Cabins — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 15:56:20 +0000

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By: Matt Galbraith

Matt Galbraith — Mon, 16 May 2011 16:10:31 +0000

The original a-frame designed by Dr. Hellyer was in my Family for over 50 years. it is located in Henderson inlet just north of Olympia Washington. I have hundreds of pictures if anyone is interested. Is there anyone who knows how to locate a set of plans?

Best

Matt

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Mid Century Modern Home Plans: illustrations by Bob Wandesforde « kvjm — Thu, 06 May 2010 19:09:53 +0000

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By: Henrik Bull, FAIA

Henrik Bull, FAIA — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 05:57:21 +0000

I designed the cabin shown at the top of the page about 50 years ago. The clients said they had already written the advertising copy, “You can build this cabin yourself for the cost of a second car.” When I protested, I was told, “do the best you can”. They built the cabin, claiming that the cost for materials was $3200 ($40,000 in todays dollars). It could not be built today because building codes would not permit the uninsulated walls and roof. It was never intended to be heated, more like a semi permanent tent. It used a small fraction of the natural resources of a modern code complying “Leisure Home”. Today only very rich people can afford a vacation home.

By: Dave

Dave — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 19:00:08 +0000

Hi Diane,
your best bet is Ebay.

By: Diane Short

Diane Short — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 14:36:47 +0000

How can I find a copy of the Second Homes for Leisure Living booklet? Thanks….I would love to build one someday!

By: TERRI TYNDELL

TERRI TYNDELL — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 23:56:58 +0000

I LOVE THE FIRST HOME ILLUSTRATION…WHAT A WAY TO VACATION IN MIDCENTURY STYLE!

By: Bookshelf Bonanza: Leisure Living «

Bookshelf Bonanza: Leisure Living « — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:21:40 +0000

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