Modern Home Survey
Phase I of the The New Canaan Modern Home Survey project involves a comprehensive survey of 90+architect-designed mid-20th century Modern homes in New Canaan, CT. This project is the fundamental first step toward scholarly evaluation of Modernist resources with research, fieldwork and photography. The survey will be promoted as a model for use by other states and communities with dense concentrations of modern resources. The Survey is supported by the Connecticut Commission on Culture and Tourism, the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation and the New Canaan Historical Society.
Online Modern Home Survey
Phase II of the project is the creation of a searchable, on-line database containing the complete survey. To view online, click here: New Canaan Modern Home SurveyPrinted Modern Home Survey
The complete survey is available for purchase in print or DVD format. This survey has additional photos, resources and appendices beyond what is on the site. Copies are available in the following formats and cost-based prices:- Color printed copy in an archival box: $200 + shipping
- Black and White printed copy in an archival box: $100 + shipping
- DVD: $50 + shipping
To purchase, complete this order form and email to Kate_Lichota@nthp.org or by calling the Glass House Visitor Center at 203.594.9884 x 0 for more information.
Modern Home Registry:
Phase III of the Modern Home Survey involves a National Register Multiple Property Documentation Form consisting of a statewide historic context statement (a detailed and scholarly overview of the history of the development of Modernist architecture and design in the State of Connecticut) for Mid-Century Modern Houses in Connecticut (1930-1979) and individual nominations for a selection of architect designed Modern Houses in New Canaan. The project will build on the work of the 2008 New Canaan Mid-Century Modern House survey by selecting the homes in New Canaan that have the highest degree of integrity and significance and, with property owner permission, creating nominations to the National Register of Historic Places. Called a Multiple Property Documentation, this project will be used to highlight and protect a key portion of Connecticut’s Modern architectural heritage by shining a spotlight on the significance of these Modern resources and helping the public to understand and appreciate their value. The project will create a detailed overview of the history of Modern architecture and design in Connecticut and spotlight up to 25 New Canaan homes to illustrate the movement.
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