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Keck and Keck Open House 2011 The Atlas House, a classic Keck + Keck modern residence, built in 1961, was open for CBB members only Sunday, July 17, 2011.
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 Joan Gand of Chicago Bauhaus and Beyond welcomes guests to this special open house of a classic Keck and Keck mid-century home in Sheridan Square. |
 The home is located steps away from the beach. |
 Located on a well-traveled corner, the home was designed with a courtyard that creates a buffer and much needed privacy. |
 The courtyard is landscaped with a simple, modern design of easy to care for plantings and paving. |
 The large fixed-pane windows are bordered by screened vents that open up inside the home throughout. This is a Keck and Keck trade-mark design element. |
 Huge windows look out onto this courtyard for private views. |
 An oasis of calm, just inside, is a perfect spot for a coffee break! |
 Inside the home, mid-century style pervades, and a Higgins mobile takes center stage. |
 Saarinen table and chairs in the dining room is a comfortable spot to view the huge collection of Russel Wright on display. |
 The owners put out original blueprints and other interesting info about the home. They also have an antique globe collection. |
 CBB members were treated to wine and a beautiful spread, eaten on vintage Russel Wright dishes. |
 Vintage Russel Wright American Modern dishes and serving pieces. |
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 The "cabinet" doors to the left of the mobile are actually the screened window vents that can open to let fresh air in throughout the house. |
 A large freestanding closet separates the slate-floored entry hall from the living room. The closet and floor are all original. |
 The owners organized all their storage with a system from Ikea. |
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 This series of professional photos was included in a color brochure on the home. |
 The courtyard creates a "zen" feeling. |
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 The fireplace has a stunning cantilevered slate mantel. |
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 Note the wall of built-in storage, and original Keck and Keck feature. |
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 The bathrooms contained mostly original fixtures, tastefully updated to keep the vintage feel. |
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 The kitchen features the original cabinets, counter tops, and oven. Even the cork floors are original and in great condition. |
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 The lower level adds a useful large l-shaped room that can be used as a family room and home office. |
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 An original rendering of the home. |
