Always in search of inspiration, it’s often valuable to learn from other reinterpretation of the built form. Case in point, the 1962 World’s Fair site in Seattle, WA.Frank Gehry’s EMP was a fine reinterpretation of the World’s Fair site and works still to complement the Space Needle. The Landscape has involved and further caused reinterpretation. It is fascinating how the building gives light even on a dreary day.Dale Chihuly’s Glass House and Garden further reinterprets the classic conservatory along with the Space Needle, color and light. The Space Needle – the relic of the 1962 World’s Fair – has become the international symbol of Seattle. It is enlightening to visit the site for ongoing artistic growth around the icon.
It’s always exciting to see new a new building come out of the ground. In this case, congratulations to Dan Ramos of Ramco Enterprises, Jeff Leonhardt of RMW Architects, Daniel Corfee and entire the Buzz … Read more
Notes from a brief visit to the Research Triangle Park, Durham and Charlotte. It’s abundantly apparent that the region is continually growing and evolving a robust ecosystem of innovation, research and community. Charlotte has a … Read more
An installment of our series of conversations with leaders in innovation and sustainability, SwiftEnvirons met with Michael Siminovitch of the California Lighting Technology Center. https://cltc.ucdavis.edu/ The following is a snapshot of Professor Siminovitch’s conversation regarding … Read more
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