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World Monuments Watch List 2012 Released
There may be debate in our industry on whether to preserve a landmark or to rebuild or redevelop it. For me personally, it's a gray area where some structures and sites are worth saving and some are...
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Clark Art Institute's Expansion in Final Phase
A few weeks ago, the Clark Art Institute held a press breakfast here in New York announcing the final phase of its expansion project. Admittedly, I’ve never made the trek up to the Berkshires, where...
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Eames Documentary: A Must-See
If you’ve ever wondered about the personal and professional partnership between the brilliant Charles and Ray Eames, there’s a documentary film currently playing in select theaters about the Eameses...
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MoMA PS1 Gets Geodesic Dome
Though I haven’t been to MoMA PS1’s Warm Up concert series in eons, I always look forward to the courtyard installations that form the backdrop for the concerts. Every year MoMA’s Young Architects...
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Social Media by Design: A Q&A with Architect Lira Luis
The International Interior Design Association (IIDA) hosted its 15th Industry Roundtable from January 6 to 8, in part exploring social media’s role as it affects designers, architects, and...
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Allsteel New York Resource Center Celebrated with Reception
In February, Allsteel Inc. celebrated a new location at 79 Madison Avenue with a lively reception for nearly 400 guests. Jeff Lorenger, president of Allsteel, welcomed guests to the new space, which is...
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Save a Sample! connects students, designers, and manufacturers through social...
In the past, it took a village to raise a child. Today it takes a community to develop a well-rounded designer. At least, that is the sense you get from Suzanne Swift, founder of Save a Sample!, as she...
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Flos flips the switch on architectural lighting
A recent preview of Flos' architectural lighting, including pieces from the Soft Architecture collection, and a tour with Flos CEO Jan Vingerhoets gave us a sneak peek at some of the company's new...
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Contract Visits InterfaceFLOR
Contract Editor in Chief John Czarnecki visited the operation at InterfaceFLOR's headquarters and factory in LaGrange, Georgia, in early April. Here, he learned of new initiatives for the manufacturer...
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Coverings 2012
Coverings 2012 showcased the best in tile, represented by more than 50 countries. Many of the collections were new for the show and exemplified a trend of stylish neutrals, particularly in multi-hued...
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