Therefore, whereas architecture sets the scene and provides the framework, a chair can have a strong influence on a room’s character. With this in mind, there are a number of reasons why architects choose to design chairs: they may view it as an opportunity to push their creativity, ...
From the arts and sports to politics and activism, 2021 saw the loss of some notable Chicagoans who helped define the culture of the city for generations. Here is a look at 22 notable Chicagoans who passed away this year.
PlayersTV offers athletes the opportunity to hold a stake in the company, with many also owning production companies. Notable athlete investors include Travis Kelce, Dwyane Wade, and Damian Lillard. “Dwyane Wade, Chris Paul, and Damian Lillard are just a few of the 50+ athletes on PlayersTV...
Her mother, Julia Prinsep Jackson, celebrated as a Pre-Raphaelite artist's model, had three children from her first marriage, while Woolf's father, Leslie Stephen, a notable man of letters, had one previous daughter. The Stephens produced another four children, including the modernist painter ...
as "Vince McMahon's right-hand man" and "one of the chief architects of the WWE, playing an integral role in helping it become a global phenomenon." He was also the first openly gay wrestling star, which he detailed in his 2016 book, Accepted: How the First Gay Superstar Changed...
By 1933 Statuary Hall had 65 statues, but the space was becoming crowded and, moreover, architects found that the space’s floor was being structurally weakened by its load of bronze and marble. Congress thus amended the 1864 law to allow one statue from each state to stand in Statuary Hal...
The men and women who have achieved or done something extraordinary with their lives have always been a source of fascination and source of curiousity, inspiration and admiration for the rest of us. The men and women listed here are in no way exhaustive but instead focus on people I find im...
The Meroni family opens a new store in Milan. Harnessing the power of the design boom, the family begins to work with architects and designers who are starting to establish themselves on the national stage. This is a key factor in the business moving towards a more contemporary style and pro...
The firm has offices in Madrid, Warsaw, Mexico City and Rotterdam. Estudio Lamela has expertise in all areas of architectural activity: sports, transportation, offices, residential, healthcare and hotels, as well as urban planning. Since 2001, the firm has supported theEAN(European Architects Net...
In the world of literature, there’s a unique breed of writers who possess the uncanny ability to capture the essence, voice, and spirit of another person, weaving their life stories into compelling narratives. These are the ghostwriters, the unsung heroes behind many bestselling autobiographies....