CORAL GABLES: THE MODERNS: 1960-1980 | An Evening with Karelia Carbonell

CORAL GABLES: THE MODERNS: 1960-1980 | An Evening with Karelia Carbonell

Join us for an evening with Karelia Carbonell as she presents Coral Gables: The Moderns — Redefining The City Beautiful 1960–1980, a new book co-authored with Bruce Fitzgerald (posthumously). This richly illustrated work uncovers the mid-century chapter of Coral Gables’ architectural story, celebrating the city’s embrace of Modernism and the bold vision that shaped its evolution.

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ABOUT THE BOOK:

Coral Gables, FL – Long-time friends and preservation advocates Karelia Martinez Carbonell and Bruce Fitzgerald [posthumously] announce the release of their new book, CORAL GABLES: THE MODERNS: Redefining The City Beautiful 1960-1980. This compelling work sheds light on a lesser-known yet significant chapter of Coral Gables’ architectural evolution, celebrating the city’s embrace of Modernism in the mid-20th century. With a shared passion for history, architecture, and preservation, Martinez Carbonell and Fitzgerald have been documenting the diverse architectural styles of Coral Gables for years. This collaboration offers a fresh perspective on the city's distinctive modern structures, built between 1960 and 1980, highlighting the transformative role they played in shaping the built environment.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Karelia Martinez Carbonell holds a Doctorate in Public Administration with a concentration on non-profit management. She has served on numerous nonprofit boards in Coral Gables. She is currently president of the Historic Preservation Association of Coral Gables where she leads the Association’s mission of promoting the understanding and importance of historic resources and their preservation from Mediterranean to Modern architecture.