by creedla | Oct 20, 2017 | Architecture
The Lovell House… Truly Ahead of its Time! Upon first approaching the (deceptively) simple looking structure built into the side of a cliff in Los Feliz, it looks like any number of buildings constructed after 1980. Its steel frame, concrete walls, and casement...
by creedla | Oct 6, 2017 | Architecture
‘Going Goth’ is Helping Buildings Become Stronger and Lighter Gothic architecture has long been defined by the churches and cathedrals created during this changeful period in human history. While distinct details define this style, its many revolutionary building...
by creedla | Sep 15, 2017 | Architecture, Los Angeles Construction Projects
Vinyl Never Went Out of Style! Although completely obliterated by aliens or natural disasters in no less than three major Hollywood productions, the Capitol Records Building, located just north of the world famous intersection of Hollywood and Vine, has proven to be a...
by creedla | Aug 2, 2017 | Architecture, Environmental News
Burj Khalifa. There’s Tall, and Then There’s TALL! Peter Ellis revolutionized the world when he created Liverpool’s Oriel Chambers (1864), the first building to utilize an iron frame and glass “curtain walls”. This served as the genesis for the world’s first true...
by creedla | Jul 21, 2017 | Architecture
La Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona is expected to take approximately 144 years to complete The Project of a Lifetime (or Two)… In this day and age of advanced manufacturing techniques, it’s hard to imagine any sort of construction project taking over a...
by creedla | Jul 6, 2017 | Architecture, Transit-Oriented Development
The Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel Features Something for Everyone! Imagine driving along a bridge over a large bay. All one sees is water to the left and right of the road deck beyond the sides; only the road ahead provides solace that you’re still on solid gr… Wait?...
