The Valley rocks! Author Kevin Roderick calls it “America’s Suburb.” And it is full of excellent examples of Modern architecture, from the corporate and commercial gems along Ventura Boulevard, to the Ranch homes in Northridge, and everything in between.

The architecture exemplifies the region's explosive growth in the second half of the twentieth century. The San Fernando Valley offered a uniquely Southern California lifestyle, with just a little more elbow room, a little more ease.

The Valley represented to many a further refinement of the time-honored American dream –- a home of one’s own, a sunny climate, affordable living, easy access to employment, quality schools, the promise of a better life.

These three virtual tours are a great way to get to know some of the architecture of the Valley.