Preservation magazine's May/June 2008 issue is focused entirely on modern preservation featuring mid-century classic buildings, many of which are in danger of being destroyed. Executive editor Aronold Berke writes:
Dropping "modernism" and preservation" into the same sentence would, not so long ago, have seemed illogical, awkward, even offensive. Why should we fight to save the very buildings that replaced the ones we fought for? The answer is that time marches on and, logically, historic preservation should also. This issue of the magazine explores preservation's encounter with modernism and the recent past.
The issue includes an analysis of why many modern buildings are in danger -- and why saving them is important, an article highlighting a timeline of major modernist landmarks, a look at modernism in Palm Springs, and a slew of other interesting articles about modernist icons that are at risk. It's a fascinating, educational, and enjoyable read.
Preservation magazine's May/June 2008 issue is focused entirely on modern preservation featuring mid-century classic buildings, many of which are in danger of being destroyed. Executive editor Aronold Berke writes:
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