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 Italian Dressing: Palladio and American Classicism
June 26-Oct. 5, 2008 What does an Italian who lived 500 years ago have to do with homes in America today? Andrea Palladio revolutionized architecture in the same way that Martha Stewart transformed entertaining. Much like Martha, Palladio borrowed ideas from the past, added his own distinctive flavor, and published books of detailed recipes for homes. These books were translated into many languages and continue to influence architects today. Find out more about this influential architect and how he continues to shape the design of homes all over the world. Portions of this exhibtion were assembled by the Institute of Classical Architecture and Classical America.  On Permanent Exhibit: The House That Pope Built Discover the history of the 27,000-square-foot Tudor-Revival mansion that serves as home to the Virginia Center for Architecture. Investigate John Kerr Branch, the patron who commissioned its construction and John Russell Pope, FAIA, the architect who designed it. Find out about the house's interiors and its setting on Richmond's historic Monument Avenue. What else is going on at the Center? Take a look at our upcoming tours and other special programs Mark your calendar! The Furniture of Eero Saarinen: Designs for Everyday Living opens at the Virginia Center for Architecture Oct. 23, 2008. Check out the latest offerings from the VCA Museum Shop On the Washington Post's list of 5 More Reasons to Visit Richmond Now: The Virginia Center for Architecture! See where Virginia's buildings rank in the AIA's poll of America's favorite architecture |
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