NEUTRA
bi·o·re·al·ism
/bīō·rē(ə)·lizəm/
(noun): The inherent and inseparable relationship between man and nature.
As one of the most important modernist architects of all time, Richard Neutra is known for his ability to
blend art, design, and landscape into spaces that are as beautiful as they are practical.
He championed the idea of "biorealism," believing that physiological balance can only be achieved through
architecture that is nature near. He took this concept to heart every time he designed a home, as is evidenced
here by lush landscaping, expansive windows, and multiple access points to the outdoors.
Time Magazine put Neutra on the cover in August 15, 1949. The article captured his homes perfectly:
"Their beauty, like that of any sea shell, is more than skin-deep — practical, not pretentious."
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY PAUL JONASON
