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From Scientific American, December 8, 1894, an interesting view of two buildings: drawings that include both the above-ground portion of the buildings, more or less as you would see them, and the foundations as they could never be seen. The foundations are seen as if the earth had been turned transparent. The image of the […]
That’s the Hotel Marlborough at 36th Street and Broadway, shortly after 1900. The hotel opened in 1888 when the entertainment district on Broadway was further south; by the time it was demolished in 1922, that district had moved to Times Square, a few blocks to the north. It’s a story repeated for hundreds of buildings […]
The restoration of Notre Dame deserves all the praise that has been heaped upon it, but have I mentioned recently that my son and I have built the LEGO Notre Dame? We finished our small Notre Dame about a week after the official opening of the large one, but they had a head start on […]
From a graphic novel about art called Naked City: how do you capture the spirit of New York? A relentless grid and Old-Law tenements.
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One simple pendant light, five completely different spaces. From cozy bedrooms to sleek kitchens, this versatile design proves that great lighting doesn’t just fit in, it transforms the room. Designed by Bellucci Mazzoni for Italian lighting brand KARMAN, the Asso lamp brings a warm, modern glow wherever it goes. If you’ve been looking for inspiration, these spaces might spark your next upgrade.
Richärd Kennedy Architects is a Phoenix-based architecture and interior design firm known for its impressive portfolio of exquisite public-facing projects that elevate design standards across higher education and civic architecture. Originally founded in 1996 as richärd+bauer architecture, the practice is now led by Founding Partners James Richärd and Steve Kennedy, supported by a team of fourteen architects, designers, and staff. In this episode of Archinect’s "How To Get A Job At ____" series, we speak with Richärd, Kennedy, Principals Lee Swanson and Andrew Timberg, and Senior Associate Karl Eicher about the firm’s hiring process, what they value in potential candidates, and how applicants can make a strong impression during interviews.
Perched on a windswept bluff between Old Montauk Highway and the Atlantic Ocean, this striking beach house in Montauk, New York State, seems to vanish into the landscape. Designed by South African firm SAOTA, the home embraces its rugged coastal setting with quiet confidence, blending architecture and nature in a way that feels both intentional and effortless.
And conquered the shipbuilding industry in the process
Welcome to Archinect City Guide, a new series that explores cities around the world through the eyes of architects. While there’s no shortage of travel guides out there, this series offers something different: A look at the favorite places — cafés, bookstores, parks, dive bars, side streets, and more — that inspire and energize the architects we admire. Think of it as a design-minded lens on urban life, curated by those who help shape it. We’re kicking things off in Boston with Eric Höweler, Founding Partner of award-winning firm Höweler + Yoon and Professor of Architecture at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. Are you a Boston local with your own go-to spots? Or have a city you think we should cover next? Share your thoughts, suggestions, and favorite places in the comments.
