CRA-Carlo Ratti Associati, in partnership with real estate group IPI, has revealed plans to transform the iconic modernist Palazzo Micca in Turin, Italy. Originally the headquarters of RAI, Italy's national broadcaster, the 19-story building will undergo a comprehensive adaptive reuse project. A ...
Commissioned by mining and real-estate millionaire Lewis Bradbury, its architectural history is debatable — Sumner Hunt's designs seem to have been completed by George H. Wyman, who supervised the construction. The building's dramatic interior has been featured in numerous films and TV shows over...
Examples include our Cabrini-Green Housing competition entry being featured in the PBS McNeil Lehrer NewsHour to other projects gracing the cover of the New York Times Real Estate section, SimpleTwig has received a fair amount of coverage, including being hired directly by publications like Archaeolo...
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“The ship was here for the best part of 30-odd years,” he said. “There was great sadness the day the Queen Mary left in 1967.” A group of Japanese real estate investors and operators led by Tokyo businessman Kouichi Hara envisions the Queen Mary as a luxury hotel, office and ent...
Unique island culture and traditions Hawaii’s culture is a rich tapestry woven from its Native Hawaiian heritage and the influences of immigrants from around the world. The islands are known for their spirit of aloha, which encompasses love, compassion, and respect. ...
Massachusetts, often referred to as “The Bay State,” is steeped in history, rich in culture, and bustling with innovation. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or considering a move to this New England gem, you may wonder: what is Massachusetts known for?