Features

PrairieMod Feature, LIVE :: Cost Effective Natural Landscapes

IMG_0181 Now in the Features section - Cost Effective Natural Landscapes Reduce Maintenance Costs. Written by ecologist Jack Pizzo, this feature is all about creating great natural landscapes that save you money.

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Image courtesy Jack Pizzo

PrairieMod Feature, MAKE :: Herman Miller, Then and Now

Hermanmiller Just added to the Features section, an interview with Susan Koole of Herman Miller about where the company's legacy began and where it is going in the 21st Century.

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PrairieMod Feature, BUILD :: Castleone Design's Terraced Housing

Castleone Just added to the Features section, an interview with Robert Carpenter of Castleone Design about a multi-family housing project that looks to the principles of Frank Lloyd Wright's Organic Architecture as inspiration.

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Image copyright of Robert Carpenter, Castleone Design

PrairieMod Feature, MAKE :: Epic Burger, A More Mindful Burger

Epic_ext Just added to the Features section, an interview with David Friedman of Epic Burger about what makes a burger "socially conscious".

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Image copyright Jia M.

PrairieMod Feature, MAKE :: Furniture With A RePurpose

Kramer Just added to the Features section, an interview with Randall Kramer about his Louis Sullivan inspired project (using "reclaimed" material) and some other great things he has been involved with.

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Image courtesy of Randall Kramer

PrairieMod Feature, MAKE :: Form3's Minimalist, Eco-Friendly Design

Form3 Just added to the Features section, an interview with Chris Nardone and Greg Neuhaus of Form3 about their fresh and engaging design activities.

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Images copyright Form3

PrairieMod Feature, MAKE :: Sherilyn McElroy's Simplicity of Form

Prairie_artwork Now in the Features section, an interview with educator, artist and designer Sherilyn McElroy. Much of her work is inspired by the natural world and the prairies of the Midwest.

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Image copyright Sherilyn McElroy

PrairieMod Feature, THINK :: Lessons From The Housing Crises

Smallhouse_2_2 Now in the Features section, Eric O'Malley writes about the current economic situation and why a small house is beautiful.

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PrairieMod Feature, MAKE :: Amy Butler's Midwest Modern

Midmod_cover Now in the Features section, an interview with  the design community's rising star Amy Butler. Her work is inspired by nature and Midwestern sensibilities.

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Image copyright Amy Butler Design

PrairieMod Feature, CONNECT :: East Coast Arts & Crafts "Side Trips"

Roadtrip Now in the Features section, PrairieMod reader Mike Trescott suggests some great American Arts & Crafts stops throughout North Carolina and Virginia.

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PrairieMod Feature, THINK :: The "Rediscovering Wright Project"

WilliamsstJust added to the Features section, an interview with Dr. William Allin Storrer about the claims, research and skepticism regarding the "Mysterious 29" project.

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Image copyright PrairieMod

PrairieMod Feature, MAKE :: Andrew Stansell Design

Table_2 Now in the Features section, an interview with Andrew Stansell of Andrew Stansell Design. His work is made from steel and is familiar, yet absolutely fresh.

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Image copyright Andrew Stansell Design

PrairieMod Feature, MAKE :: One Eighty, Eco-Inspired Design

Bowl_2Now in the Features section, an interview with Tammy Roy of One Eighty Design. Her work (like the bowl at left) is made from reclaimed steel and is now available in the PrairieMod Store.

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Image copyright One Eighty

PrairieMod Feature, THINK :: FLW's Schwartz House

SchwartzNew in the features section - FLW's Schwartz House, a Private Journey into a Work of Art. Written by historian Gail Fox, this is one you don't want to miss. Plus, there are some great photos! Also you can listen to the Schwartz House podcast here.

PrairieMod Feature, RECALL :: Organic Art by Jack Justice

JackjusticeJack Justice was a little known artist influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright's Organic principles and our current feature explores how the same principles guided Justice's own two-dimensional art.

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PrairieMod Feature, MAKE :: Blu Dot

Blue_dot_2A new article is up in the Features section about the guys from Blu Dot and their fresh approach to affordable design.

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PrairieMod Feature, LIVE :: Little Red House Wrap-Up

RedhouseThose of you on any of our subscription lists may have seen this week's feature, but if you haven't...be sure to check it out.

Our very own Eric O'Malley gets you caught up on what's going on during the "PrairieMod-ification" of his Mid-century Modern home. This feature has become a favorite for many PrairieMod readers, so don't miss out! 

PrairieMod Feature, RECALL :: Wright By Design

Flag_imageGetting in the spirit for Independence Day?

You may want to check out our feature titled Recall :: Wright By Design, Frank Lloyd Wright's Grand Old Flag, if you've haven't read it yet.

Happy 4th of July!

PrairieMod Feature, CONNECT :: Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

McmdutchFor all you ceramic nuts out there....make sure that you go check the Features section to read Dutch Mid-Century Modern Ceramics. The good folks at Arte Moderne have a sweet collection of MCM ceramics that you may find interesting.

Also, we invite you to join in on the fun by writing a short feature. Get the details via the Submissions section.

Image copyright Arte Moderne

New PrairieMod Feature, THINK :: Stickley Lives!

Stickley_feature There is another new article in the Features sections that was just added. Be sure to check out Stickley Lives!

We'd also love to have you join in on the fun by inviting you to write a short feature. Get the details here.

Image copyright Stickley, Audi & Co.

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