An Evening with Karelia Carbonell
Jan 25, 2026
From: 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Discover the mid-century story behind Coral Gables’ architectural evolution during a conversation with preservationist and author Karelia Carbonell.
At An Evening with Karelia Carbonell, taking place at Books & Books in Coral Gables, the author presents Coral Gables: The Moderns - Redefining The City Beautiful 1960-1980, co-authored with the late Bruce Fitzgerald. The richly illustrated book explores how the city embraced Modernism between 1960 and 1980, revealing the visionary designers and bold structures that helped redefine “The City Beautiful.”
Free and open to the public, this event offers insight into Coral Gables’ modern architectural legacy and the preservation efforts that continue to shape its identity today.