In this episode, I interview Natascha Drabbe, an architectural historian and the Founder and Executive Director of the Iconic Houses Network. WWW.ICONICHOUSES.ORG.
We delve into the worlds of design and architecture as Natascha shares her journey to preserve iconic residential architecture. You get an insider's look at her initiative to create a global community of house museums designed by architects for their personal use and her efforts to prevent the loss of architectural heritage. There are over two hundred you can visit on your own or join with Natascha in Amsterdam and at the Chicago Conference, where you can also visit Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin and the Edith Farnsworth House.
From the narrowest functional house in Poland to the stunning Maison Louis Carré near Paris, Natascha navigates us through incredible architectural stories and the fight to save endangered homes. In an inspiring demonstration of the power of individual action, she provides insights into how the network aids in the restoration and public access of these unique properties. This conversation reveals the architectural significance and the compelling human histories behind these iconic homes.
Key Takeaways:
About our Guest: With a passion for architecture and a personal connection to an award-winning listed monument house designed by her late husband, Mart van Schijndel a leading Dutch architect, Natascha Drabbe was motivated to open her house for tours to share its innovative design with others. Recognizing the challenges faced by owners of architect-designed houses, she spearheaded the creation of the Iconic Houses Network in 2012, uniting architecturally significant house museums worldwide. Under her leadership, the network has grown to over two hundred modern house museums, aiming to facilitate knowledge sharing among professionals and to inspire architecture aficionados.
Resources:
OUR SOCIAL WEBSITE
www.AgelessTraveler.com
OUR SOCIAL MEDIA SITES:
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067880135709
LinkedIN Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ageless-traveler/?viewAsMember=true
X Page: https://twitter.com/2023AgelessT
YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@AgelessTraveler-ft1kr?reload=9
Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/2023agelesstraveler/
Pinterest Page: https://www.pinterest.com/adrianegbergagelesstraveler/
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations.
The Nikki Glaser Podcast
Every week comedian and infamous roaster Nikki Glaser provides a fun, fast-paced, and brutally honest look into current pop-culture and her own personal life.
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.