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The Tufeld Residence, 1953

Ain stated: "Architecture is a social art, its esthetic power must be derived from a social ethos." He explored social issues through his progressive views with an emphasis on the flexible use of work, leisure and outdoor space planned to circulate activities throughout the house, and technology to facilitate daily living. Shortly after moving in, Adrienne Tufeld wrote a relative: "The house is as modern...

Avenel Housing Project, 1947

The 10 unit Avenel Housing Project designed in 1947 by Gregory Ain of Ain, Johnson and Day, carefully uses the sites gentle slope to create private living spaces as well as individual walled gardens with an outlook to the surrounding hillside landscape. Architect Michael Folonis has redone this unit, not seeking to put his stamp on the design, but rather to reflect Ain's philosophy with contemporary...

Avenel Condominium Unit

It is rare that anyone lives in a condominium unit for over 40 years. The sellers of this unit are not the only ones to have done so in Gregory Ain's now famous Avenel Apartments. The reasons to stay are compelling. To Ain, the building was not just shelter. With the gathering together of like minded artistic, intellectual, and politically active individuals, the building became a modern background for a...

The Dr. Leon Kaye Residence, 1961-63

With later additions. Ain's hexagonal roof form centralizes the entertaining areas which according to Gebhard "Exhibits Ain's open flow of space." Residence affords a contemporary lifestyle inviting poolside entertaining, and the outdoors in. Added master bedroom, with F. P., and his and hers walk-in...

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