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Connecting developing professionals sharing the common focus of Classical Architecture, Building and Design

The main objective of the Southern California Neo Classicists (SCNC) is to connect developing professionals who share the common focus of Classical Architecture, Building and Design. The group is founded on the principals of personal and professional development, historic theories, innovative ideas, and lasting relationships. Through increased awareness and membership, we support our parent organization, the ICAA (Institute for Classical Architecture & Art).

09/25/2024

Thank you to everyone who showed to our tour of Mission San Juan Capistrano this past Saturday!! Thank you to for hosting us!! Stay tuned for future Neos events and please visit .socal to stay up to date with chapter events!

08/16/2024

Please join the ICAA Southern California Neoclassicists on Saturday, September 21st, for an immersive tour of Mission San Juan Capistrano.

As the birthplace of Orange County, San Juan Capistrano is a multicultural nexus with roots in indigenous Acjachemen, Spain, and Mexico. Participants will explore the rich architectural expressions of the Mission, which blend indigenous construction techniques with Spanish Catholic classicism. Attendees will have exclusive access to the wine vats and the private sacristy of the chapel ruins. The tour will conclude with an optional sketching session of the Mission grounds.

See link in bio to register!

07/18/2024

The ICAA Southern California Chapter .socal is pleased to offer a full scholarship to the upcoming ICAA Classical Intensive in Newport, RI!!

DEADLINE TO APPLY IS AUGUST 1ST

From October 19th to the 26th, students will have the opportunity to learn the classical language of architecture, improve upon their hand drawing and rendering skills, and design their own project in the Beaux-Arts method.

In addition to courses in history, theory, and design, students will have the opportunity to tour and explore the classical traditions of Newport.

To learn more and apply, please see the link in our bio.

If you have any questions, feel free to slide into our DM’s!

07/08/2023

Please join the Neoclassicists for a summer weekend tour
of historical buildings, parks, and art museums in San Diego, California.

The weekend’s itinerary will provide a wonderful opportunity to gather with likeminded young classicists, and enjoy some of this sunny Southern California region’s most wonderful sites on foot. Stops include the San Diego Museum of Art, Balboa Park, Timken Museum of Art, the historic Bankers Hill neighborhood, the La Jolla Athenaeum, Post Office, La Velencia Hotel, and Mary, Star of the Sea Catholic Church.

Itinerary will be emailed to confirmed participants.

Guests are responsible for transportation and accommodations, as well as entrance fees.

Saturday July 22-Sunday July 23

San Diego & La Jolla, California
Saturday, 10:30-6:00
Sunday, 10:30-12:00

PM for further info or questions!

02/23/2023

Please join us for our first event of the season!

On Saturday, March 11th , we will hold an in-person, private, sketching event at the historical Virginia Robinson Gardens in Beverly Hills.

Built in 1911, this cultural jewel is one of the oldest estates in Beverly Hills with sweeping gardens grounded by classical architecture. Each guest is responsible for bringing their own drawing utensils and sketchbooks. Limited tickets are available for this special event; reserve your spot today! Link to register in profile. // When: Saturday March 11, 2023, 10:30-1:00 PM // Where: Virginia Robinson Gardens, 1008 Elden Way, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 // email: [email protected] for further questions. *sketch by

05/27/2022

Please enjoy these images taken from our overnight weekend excursion to the iconic, historic, and fabulous Riverside Mission Inn.

Spanning a entire city block, this eclectic hotel embraces many of the revival styles that flourish here in Southern California which truly make it a magical place, unmatched to perhaps to anywhere else in the world.

Stay tuned for future fields trips, meet-ups and excursions with the !

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06/23/2021

Despite growing up in a bland suburban ranch home in Santa Barbara, California, my love for Spanish Colonial architecture began at an early age. As I kid I would design and sketch fantasy homes inspired by my surroundings and even more specifically the Santa Barbara Courthouse. In 1925 a devastating earthquake destroyed much of the city and afterwards when rebuilding began Spanish Revival architecture was officially adopted in order to give the city a more unified look and to also celebrate its Spanish Colonial and Mexican heritage, however romanticized that history may be. Exemplary elements of architecture include, but are not limited to: Smooth stucco walls, red tile roofs, cast concrete elements, porches and balconies, decorative iron trim, Roman- inspired arcades and often asymmetrical facades. Eclectic in its details, Spanish Revival architecture takes cues from many eras like Spanish Baroque, Gothic, Mission and Moorish Revival and . Ive included a few images Ive taken over the years of my hometown.

04/07/2021

As a designer and the chairman of the Southern California Neoclassists, I have always shared a found appreciation for architecture founded by classicism. Reflecting on a downtown LA tour hosted by the LA conservancy, I admired the Bradbury building on Broadway. Erected in 1983, in the renaissance revival style, the victorian court cast a light that beautifully accentuates the intricate design. If you are a local looking to explore or in town visiting, this is a must-see historical landmark. Photography and IG story by of

Warmly,

Kenneth

03/15/2021

Sometimes you will never know the true value of a moment until it’s a memory.

In memoriam of Rocky Lafluer: A fabulous friend, colleague, fellow board member, and design icon Rockstar.

Rocky will be terribly missed by so many and his absence from the design community is heartbreaking. He was a gentle soul, full of so much life, humor, wit, and the list could go on.

As a mentor to countless young design professionals - many of whom continue his work within our Chapter - Rocky touched so many lives, and we are no doubt a stronger community because of him. His warmth, kindness and exuberance made those around him feel welcomed, loved and valued.

The last time I saw him we were closing out the bar with martinis at the end of one of our Culver City Hotel events. Here’s you to, Rocky! 🍸 🍸 ✨

02/19/2021

🏛 As we embark on the anniversary since the pandemic, all of our lives have changed drastically. Many of us have spent more time in our homes and perhaps have a heightened awareness of the visual space that surrounds us in our daily lives. Follow us this year as we emerge into a personal journey of (mostly) Southern California classical architecture, design, and the arts through the lens of our emerging design professionals. 🏛⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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07/01/2020

, , , , and originated from a singular classical concept: the frame. Join us live on IGVT Thursday, July 9th at 5 pm PST for online interactive exploration and live demonstration of perspectives on the art of framing. This live framing demonstration will be led by Katrien Van Der Schueren, the founder, and creative visionary behind !

06/28/2020

More photos of buildings in from the 1915 Panama-California Exposition. This expo is credited for bringing and popularizing the architecture in Southern California that characterizes many of our towns and neighborhoods. Although the revival craze wasn’t limited to just that as many of the buildings pictured, and seen throughout California are heavenly influenced by hybrids such as , , , , and . 🏛⛪️🕌🕍 Tjabks for the phots and content @ Balboa Park

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