Monthly Chapter Meeting: Charles Deaton’s Architectural Legacy

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Join us for another interesting and informative meeting as a chapter of Docomomo US! All are invited, whether or not you are a current member of Docomomo US/Colorado. If you are local to Denver, we encourage you to join us in person at modmood, 4401 Zephyr St in Wheat Ridge. Free parking is available in the lot adjacent to the building.

✦ About the Talk ✦

Join us for a captivating evening celebrating the life and work of Charles Deaton, a visionary Colorado-based architect. The talk will feature an introduction to Deaton’s work and a screening of the Rocky Mountain PBS documentary, "Colorado Experience: Charles Deaton: Designs from A New Dimension."

Deaton's unique and innovative architectural style left an indelible mark on the Colorado landscape, especially with his most iconic work, the Sculptured House. The film, part of the award-winning history series "Colorado Experience," delves into the people, events, and places that shaped Deaton's remarkable career and his distinctive approach to design.

Prior to the screening, we will have an engaging discussion about Deaton's legacy, his influence on modern architecture, and the lasting impact of his creations. The talk will be led by Docomomo US/Colorado and Historic Denver, the local organization that manages the property easement of the Sculptured House.

This is a wonderful opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of one of Colorado's most original and influential creative minds. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about the artistic heritage of our state, this program is not to be missed!

✦ About Our Speakers ✦

Josh Robinson is Senior Project Designer at KEPHART Architects and President of Docomomo Colorado. Robinson is known for his talks and activities relating to Modernist architecture across the city and state. Robinson is also the President of the Ghost Town Club of Colorado, and participates in roles relating to education and preservation of those historic sites. In his free time Josh is restoring a 1955 Modernist home designed by Norton Polivnick in the historic community of Sunset Lanes.

Interior designer turned real estate agent Atom Stevens is a local resource for in-depth knowledge about mid-20th century home building and design in the Denver metro area and specializes in helping people buy and sell 20th century modern and charming homes with a focus on good design. He lives with his family in a Cliff May Home in Harvey Park, is a charter member and board VP of Docomomo US/CO and holds a Bachelor of Interior Architecture from Kansas State University.

Mike Owen is the preservation services manager at Historic Denver, bringing over a decade of experience in historic preservation. Before joining Historic Denver, he spent six years at the State Historical Fund where he managed grants, conducted site visits, and ensured compliance with preservation standards, specializing in projects in Southwest Colorado.

His passion for preservation began in his native Brooklyn, New York, where he grew up drawing plans of houses. After earning a Master of Science in Historic Preservation from the Pratt Institute, Mike worked for five years at the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission. There, he gained firsthand experience navigating the challenges of preservation, including reviewing and approving work at the Empire State Building.

Photo Credit:  Photograph by CR Barnett for Westword

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

modmood and RETRO Consignment, 4401 Zephyr Street, Wheat Ridge, United States