Posts Tagged ‘architecture’
NYU DC?
NYU-DC, Facade Rendering. Courtesy of Hickock Cole Architects.
A lot of universities’ have academic hubs in D.C., but none have one quite like this. This month, Hickock Cole Architects will break ground on a brand new academic center for New York University on L Street, NW. NYU’s new Constance Milstein and Family Academic Center, also known [...]
Behind the Design: Westend Bistro
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courtesy of ‘Chris Rief aka Spodie Odie’
“When I came on board with the project, the design aspect was quite well advanced, however I participated towards the end in making sure we created a concept that was casual, friendly, warm and high energy, keeping in mind we were building a neighborhood bistro.” – Eric Ripert on [...]
Museum Plans Revised
Proposed Model via Freelon Adjaye Bond/SmithGroup
The design concept for the National Museum of African American History and Culture has been revised, and the building will now be 17 percent smaller than the original architectural plan. Although the building will be smaller, according to The Washington Post, the edited design was “favorably reviewed by the National [...]
Palladio Exhibit Opens At NBM
‘Capitol – Cloud City’s Cousin – 07-09-10′ courtesy of ‘mosley.brian’
The Italian Renaissance master Andrea Palladio was, and remains to be, incredibly influential for many architects and designers. Although he is best known for his publications, and was highly coveted in the Architecture scene throughout Europe, Palladio did manage to make a strong impression on a certain [...]
A We Love DC Interview: Spotlight On Design
Tadao Ando, March 2, 2002. Image Courtesy of the National Building Museum.
Since 1997, the National Building Museum has been offering professionals, tourists, and aficionados the opportunity to hear some of the most distinguished architects and designers in the world speak about their passion. Paul Kilmer, Director of Public Programs, introduces the Spotlight on Design [...]
Behind the Design: Immortal Beloved
Image Credit: Max Cook
Design is everywhere. Your toothbrush is designed, your office is designed, and even the carts at the grocery store are designed (next time check out the difference between the elongated single carts and the compact double carts – the latter makes maneuvering through a crowded aisle much, much easier). Design is truly [...]
First Look: Behind the Design, Buddha Bar DC
There is nothing understated about Buddha Bar.
From the moment you find yourself standing in front of two enormous, yet intricately detailed, iron-clad gates, reading the brand’s etched signage, you just know that you are about to embark on a rather exceptional experience.
The play on monumental proportions continues once you step inside the door. Don’t be [...]
A We Love DC Interview: ArchitectDesign
Image Credit: National City, Stefan Hurray of ArchitectDesign
D.C. is home to its share of blogs and bloggers, and our passions cover a wide range of topics. Residential architect, Stefan Hurray of ArchitectDesign focuses his writing on architecture, design, and travel – often times, sharing with loyal readers some of the inspiration he finds in his [...]
Washington Iconic Structures
‘Pillars’
courtesy of ‘Skigle’
The National Building Museum is opening a new exhibit called A Century of Design: The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, 1910-2010. The CFA advises the President and Congress on “matters of design and aesthetics” that affect government buildings and the preservation of national monuments. On display from May 15 through July 18, the new [...]
Architecture and Design on Film
‘AFI Seats’
courtesy of ‘Kevin H.’
The Initiative for Architecture and Design on Film will be screening the latest documentary, Contemporary Days: Robin and Lucienne Day Design the UK. Robin and Lucienne Day transformed British design after World War II with modern furnishings and abstract textiles, yet, all the while remaining sensible in their approach. The film [...]
Behind the Design: National Press Club
‘National Press Club #27′
courtesy of ‘Chris Rief aka Spodie Odie’
The National Press Club, rich in historical context and paramount in its mission, is best-known as a retreat for the affiliates within the journalism industry. As a Washington, D.C. fixture, the feeling evoked upon entrance into the Club could best be compared to the dilemma that a [...]
Behind the Design: Sweetgreen
‘Sweetgreen #14′
courtesy of ‘Chris Rief aka Spodie Odie’
A bit over a year ago, as I was sitting in my Institutional Design Studio, I was flipping through my favorite magazine – Metropolis – when I came across a feature story on Georgetown’s Sweetgreen. I was in awe of the historic retrofit, the building used to house [...]
We Love Arts: Drawing Toward Home
Bowen House, Woodstock, Connecticut, c. 1846. Joseph C. Wells, architect. Courtesy Historic New England.
“A major component of the American pursuit of happiness has long been a home of one’s own (the automobile is a distant second: the one a castle, the other a chariot).” – James F. O’Gorman, lead curator for Drawing Toward [...]
Architecture Beat – Francis Gregory Library in SE
Credit: Exterior Rendering by Adjaye Associates
Having the ‘coolest’ library in the neighborhood is not far fetched for those living in SE. Just released are a few renderings by Adjaye Associates, whom, in collaboration with Wiencek Associates, have developed quite an interesting design for the Francis Gregory Library. Libraries seem to be all the rage when [...]
Behind the Design: Blue Duck Tavern
‘Rocking Chairs – Blue Duck Tavern’
courtesy of ‘prettylovelythings’
Author’s Note: So often we move through space too quickly – trying to get from one place to the next, without ever taking the time to stop and look around. Behind the Design is a new series that hopes to encourage an appreciation for the places we forget [...]
Why I Love DC: Samantha
‘(heart) D.C.’
courtesy of ‘rockcreek’
I can’t tell you why I picked DC. People ask me this question all the time when they first meet me and I just don’t have a ‘real’ answer. Was it because of the political scene? Nope, I was about to enter a Masters program for Interior Design. Was it because I [...]
