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Sharon Prince, visionary force behind Grace Farms, on her career-guiding ethical compass

Archinect

” Writer Ted Loos visited the SANAA-designed Connecticut retreat virtually for a profile of founder Sharon Prince, a former fashion retail executive who founded the 80-acre venue in 2009 around the five core principles of nature, the arts, justice, community, and faith.

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20 Best Architecture Firms in Los Angeles

Architizer

Home to iconic landmarks such as Frank Gehry’s Walt Disney Concert Hall and Richard Meier’s Getty Center, Los Angeles’ architecture has become greatly influenced by the entertainment industry. Starting from its architectural schools, the city promotes alternative design practices. We believe in the art of collaboration.

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25 Best Architecture Firms in Montréal

Architizer

Montréal is considered one of the top cities of Art Deco architecture, a movement that was formed during the Second Industrial Revolution in Paris. Additionally, one notable example of Art Deco architecture is Ernest Cormier’s Université de Montréal. Today, Montréal is a cultural medley of architectural works.

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20 Best Architecture Firms in Hong Kong

Architizer

This ranking list will be updated annually, taking into account new achievements of Hong Kong architecture firms throughout the year. Holistic architecture that combines art and science will make good design for the people and the environment. Their services include urban planning, architecture and interior design.

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Until Proven Safe

A Daily Dose of Architecture Books

The new federal facility is located on the campus of Kansas State University, which happens to be my alma mater, though it is at a bit of a remove from the main campus that I traversed in architecture school decades ago. FOR FURTHER READING: The BLDGBLOG Book , by Geoff Manaugh, published by Chronicle Books, 2009.

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Framing the classical revival

Architecture Here and There

Next for the classical revival May 24, 2015 What those who favor traditional architecture should do to promote its revival has been pretty much the subject of this blog since I started it in 2009. In fact, the strategy I favor has the advantage of being under way already. It needs merely to be shifted into a higher gear.

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Profile of an Architectural Intern – Part 2

Life of an Architect

Currently, I am working towards a Masters of Architecture with a certificate in Digital Design and Fabrication (DDF). I graduated from Highland Park High School in 2008. I started at Texas Tech in 2009, after taking a year to work and travel, without knowing exactly what I wanted out of college.