EG Hamilton
E.G. Hamilton may not be a household name for many, but you’re undoubtedly familiar with one of his most iconic projects — the creation of NorthPark Center. But this edition of the CandysDirt.com Architect Index, featuring the works of E.G. Hamilton, focuses on just two homes. Of course, Hamilton was much more prolific than that,…
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The women of First Community Church on Gaston Avenue came calling in 1958, asking their congregation members if they’d open their home for a holiday tour themed, “Christmas All Through the Home.” The homeowner at 6882 Avalon Ave. — this week’s Highlight Home of the Week — was happy to oblige and offer his 1950s-built…
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This E.G. Hamilton Midcentury Modern home in Royal Springs estates is a shining example of why architecture and preservation matter. Whether it’s the era or the architect, seeing the value of a home takes desire, motivation, and often some serious sleuthing. So many buyers are unprepared to do even basic research. They turn to the…
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I don’t want to be gratuitous but dammit, this week’s High Caliber Home of the Week is sexy. I don’t know why I’m inclined to cuss when I see a truly outstanding listing, especially an architecturally-significant midcentury modern. Perhaps it’s because I don’t own it — but maybe you can. Welcome to 6882 Avalon Avenue…
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Originally built in 1963 for the Hexter family, E.G. Hamilton — the architect who helped found OmniPlan, the same firm that brought us NorthPark Center — designed 3616 Crescent Ave. in Highland Park to be a trend-setting home that took full advantage of the lot. The merit award-winning home is known for its excellent…
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