Architecture

New Renzo Piano Wing Illuminates Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

New Renzo Piano Wing Illuminates Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

The Isabella Steward Gardner Museum officially reopened this past thursday, January 19 and I was lucky enough to be one of the first visitors. I must admit a strong bias in favor of all things Renzo Piano. T and I have travelled from Dallas to Basel  to view examples of his work… and yes, I […]

Interior of The Gamble House, Greene and Greene

Greene and Greene Realize Our Dreams in INCEPTION

Last night I watched Christopher Nolan’s Inception for a second time. I can’t say that this time it all made sense, but I was able to let the plot go and focus on the amazing visuals and architectural references including some of my favorite designers — Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Frank Lloyd Wright and Charles and […]

Contemporary Design: Some Favorite Blogs

Contemporary Design: Some Favorite Blogs

I thought I would share a few of my current favorite design blogs. The Contemporist posts stunning photos of new contemporary architecture and design products from around the world. It looks even better on an iPad. I particularly love this post on the Kona Residence by Belzberg Architects. The Design Observer was founded in October […]