Monthly Archives: July 2015

FDNY Engine 209, Brooklyn, NY

Posted on July 22, 2015 by midcenturymundane

This former fire house (now owned by a private company) was built in 1965 and designed by Pedersen & Tilney. The firm was active from 1952-64 and based in New Haven, CT. They have a substantial body of work there including housing, … Continue reading →

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B’nai Israel Jewish Center, Brooklyn, NYC

Posted on July 15, 2015 by midcenturymundane

Quite a find in the neighborhood of East Flatbush is the former B’nai Israel Jewish Center from 1955. The building is now East Brooklyn Community High School. Although the use has changed, the original purpose is still clear especially from the … Continue reading →

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The Emanuel Synagogue, West Hartford, CT

Posted on July 7, 2015 by midcenturymundane

The Emanuel Synagogue in West Hartford dates from 1970. The design of this building is restrained and shows the turning point from 1960s detailing to a sometimes more severe and utilitarian focus on use and materials, here in dull brown … Continue reading →

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Firefighter Dan DeFranco Building, Murray Hill, NYC

Posted on July 2, 2015 by midcenturymundane

                      This five story building sits close to the intersection of East 23rd Street and Third Avenue. It’s a rather small project by Kahn and Jacobs, a firm headed Ely … Continue reading →

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