Frequently-asked questions
1. What is the John Lautner Foundation?
The foundation is a nonprofit organization, founded by family
members and interested associates, for the purpose of preserving
plans and other materials and providing information and assistance
to the public. See the Foundation for
more information.
2. Can I see John Lautner buildings?
Not always. Lautner building home owners have asked that we
not provide addresses and names without contacting the owners
on
a case-by-case basis. We cannot always
reach the current
owners, and requests are handled as time permits.
If you want to visit some of these buildings, please send
us a request through our request form (see contact
page).
The request will be forwarded to members of the board and others who
may be able to arrange a tour. Please give as much time as possible for
us to arrange visits. Please also check for commercial tours that may
be available. Look at the links page for some companies that
specialize in these tours.
Because of the increasing demands on the architect (and foundation
board member) who donates his time to arrange most of these
visits, we now give
priority
to groups rather
than individuals, and ask for donations to the foundation in
exchange for the time and access given.
3. Can I get copies of plans or photos?
Maybe. The Foundation archives contain plans for virtually
every Lautner building, and photographs of most (although the
foundation does not have the rights to many of the photographs).
These materials can be copied or loaned under certain circumstances.
See the Archives for
information about what is available, how much it costs to borrow, and
how to request these materials.
You may also copy photos or plans on these web pages, for
personal use only. Any other use must be approved by the Foundation
(see Archives
page, above, as well as the terms of use.). Be sure, even for personal
not-for-profit use, that you give credit to photographers and
the foundation.
4. Where can I get more information on Lautner buildings?
There are some books that can be of help. The bibliography lists
magazines and movies. The links page offers additional resources. If
you have a specific detail question, email the Foundation and
we will do our best to answer it.
6. What movies are Lautner buildings in?
There is a list on the bibliography page.
If you know of others or believe there is an error in the list, please write.
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