named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Architect Documentation Project
Profiles and preserves the work of mid-century architects such as Harry Bates, Horace Gifford, and Marcel Bretos
Preservation Consultations
Provides guidance to homeowners on maintaining the integrity of vintage properties in the Pines
Public Programs and Events
Hosts public events, including house tours and lectures, to promote awareness of Fire Island Pines' cultural legacy
Virtual House Tours
Free online tours showcasing mid-century modern homes in Fire Island Pines, highlighting architectural and cultural history
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Guided Historic Site Tours 1 activity
- Conduct public education and outreach programsOrganizes and offers in-person house tours, virtual tours, and public events to share the architectural and cultural heritage of Fire Island Pines, including a free virtual tour of mid-century modern homes.
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Local History Preservation and Education 1 activity
- Document and preserve mid-century modern architectural heritageDocuments, preserves, and shares the mid-century modern architectural and cultural heritage of Fire Island Pines, including through research on homes that have been demolished or altered, preservation consultations with homeowners, and physical preservation efforts such as maintaining original architectural features during renovations.
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Local History Publishing 1 activity
- Publish scholarly and photographic works on Fire Island PinesProduces and publishes books, expanded editions, and photographic collections that document the architectural and cultural history of Fire Island Pines, including an expanded edition of Fire Island Modernist and the publication of Polaroids from the TV House in a dedicated volume.
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Uncategorized 3 activities
- Advocate for property owners and community interestsServes in leadership roles within the Fire Island Property Owners Association, including as President from 2006 to 2010, to advocate for property owners and community needs over a 30-year period.
- Provide architectural design and renovation servicesEngages in architectural design and renovation projects, including designing original homes such as the 1961 beach house at 638 Fire Island Blvd, creating plans for additions, and constructing new elements like sinuous stairs and double-height living areas during home renovations.
- Support community health initiativesInitiated planning for the Pines Care Center in 1983 to respond to community health needs, particularly in the context of the AIDS crisis.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$20K
Contributions & grants$20K100%
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expenses
Total expenses$20K
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Grants paid out$1K
balance sheet
Total assets$309
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Net assets$309
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +20285.0%
relationships · 10
Who they work with
- Adam Wade Partner — Named contributor supporting Pines Modern's initiatives in 2019.
- Better Homes and Gardens Partner — Published the house design and sold plans to subscribers.
- Bromley Caldari Architects Partner — Architectural firm responsible for the 2013 renovation of the 601 Tuna Walk property.
- Charles Renfro Partner — Contributed a new Afterword to the expanded edition of Fire Island Modernist.
- Fire Island Pines Historical Preservation Society Partner — Collaborates on the preservation and documentation of historic properties in the Fire Island Pines.
- Fire Island Property Owners Association Partner — Organization with which Ron Martin served in a leadership capacity for 30 years, including as President from 2006 to 2010.
- Joey Mendoza Partner — Designed the Pines Modern logo.
- RAWLINS DESIGN Partner — Responsible for the restoration and addition to 214 Beach Hill Walk from 2012 to 2016
- Rafael Kalinoski Partner — Designed the Pines Modern website.
- Rawlins Design Partner — Pines Modern co-founder Christopher Rawlins is Principal of Rawlins Design, which is involved in the organization's work.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Adaptive Reuse for Modern Luxury 310 orgsmethodology: adaptive_reuseBy renovating mid-century modern structures with a focus on preserving original architectural form while updating interiors, the organization achieves preservation and cultural continuity because it allows historic buildings to remain functional and desirable in the present.shared approach: Community-Engaged Preservation →
- Architectural Storytelling through Proscenium Design 310 orgsmethodology: architectural-prosceniumBy designing buildings that frame everyday rituals as performative events, the organization fosters deeper community engagement with place because architecture becomes a stage that elevates the meaning of daily life in the Pines.shared approach: Community-Engaged Preservation →
- Cultural Preservation as Legacy Reclamation 310 orgsmethodology: cultural_preservation_as_legacy_reclamationBy preserving mid-century modern architecture and cultural heritage of Fire Island Pines, the organization produces intergenerational continuity and community resilience because it honors the legacy of the LGBTQ+ community impacted by the AIDS crisis and sustains cultural relevance for future generations.shared approach: Community-Engaged Preservation →
- Grief-to-Activism Framework 51 orgsmethodology: grief-to-activismBy transforming communal grief from the AIDS crisis into organized action, the organization builds enduring care infrastructure because shared trauma becomes a catalyst for cultural preservation and health advocacy.shared approach: Community-Based Healing →
- Sustainable, Site-Integrated Modernismmethodology: sustainable_modernismBy combining improvisational modernist design with ecological sensitivity, the organization creates sustainable architecture that endures because it integrates with coastal landscapes through elevation for ventilation, tree-line compliance, and use of naturally weathering materials that minimize site disturbance.