Century of Progress Homes of Tomorrow Today (2005)
Century of Progress Homes of Tomorrow Today (2005)
Chicago World’s Fair Homes of Tomorrow Exhibition. While the Park Service has tried to maintain them all these years, the harsh weather off of the lake has caused accelerated decay. Additionally, these homes were built as models for the exhibition—many of which were built with experimental materials and never intended for a life-span much beyond the fair. As you can see, the Park Service has again leased the homes to individuals who have made a tremendous commitment to restore them. Workers and locals indicated that they are in the process of moving them to install basements and they are being repaired inside and out. I am amazed at how great they look and applaud those folks who are investing funds to preserve these historic relics. Stay tuned for their progress as I hope to visit them again when they are completely restored. Enjoy! Feel free to view my bibliography and contact me if you have any questions or comments: http://webpages.marshall.edu/~brooks/HOT/
Armco-Ferro House
Armco-Ferro House 
 
The tiles have been removed to preserve them while the construction is being done.