Category Archives: Architecture
Redeveloping downtown LA
The Los Angeles Times has an article detailing a recent resurgence in residential building in downtown LA. It’s about time. I have had occasion to go to downtown LA on three trips (2 business, 1 vacation) and stayed in a … Continue reading
Miscellaneous urban notes
Salon magazines reports from the front lines in Los Angeles that the moustache is making a comeback. (Shivers…) Following some links as I am apt to do, I came across a cool site listing photo blogs. One of the links … Continue reading
Growing up in other times
These are strange times indeed (my generation’s Vietnam ?). Hmm, time will tell. Some things that I would like to see if I could go back in time would be: the Tiki Gardens in Florida; the New York World’s Fairs … Continue reading
Nice architecture sites
Besides a nice article in the NY Times on Chicago’s architectural tours (both on foot and on boat), I also found a neat site devoted to beautiful buildings around the world. It’s aimed at the casual amateur of architecture. The … Continue reading
New architecture magazine: Beijing-New York
If only it were free, it would be for me. Alas it’s not the case. The web site seems neat and they have some layouts from the magazine.
Final WTC Design
I have always felt a special attachment to New York City.
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