L.A. Architecture: U.S. Courthouse Floats in Mid-Air

Amidst the construction cranes dotting the L.A. skyline, a great glass cube floats up to make its mark. After marked political and financial delays, a new U.S. Courthouse has taken its place on the face of downtown Los Angeles in breathtaking style.

U.S. Courthouse Makes an Architectural Statement

With judges moving in and the endless delays and end-fighting forgotten, the new U.S. Courthouse makes a breathtaking statement on the architectural style of downtown. Even though global financial dollars flow into the growing landscape of the area, it is still remarkable to see prime locations on the landscape standing empty. Walls of glass rise, sheathing a broad cube to a height of 10 stories. The design team of architects clearly created a symbolic statement representing solidarity, constancy and the rule of law. It represents the resilient and sturdiness of our republic and our values for the rule of law in the United States. The unique design gives the clear impression that the building floats above ground level, evoking wonder and power. The architects not only created a powerful statement in their design, they included attention to elements for sustainment of the environment. The top of the building is covered in solar panels, which will generate more than a half a million kilowatt hours of electricity annually and has a stormwater reserve cistern beneath the building that can reclaim 105,000 gallons of water. This new downtown landmark represents the government’s vision of lifting the architectural quality of their buildings nationwide through their Design Excellence Program.

From The Factory Floor of ADG Lighting

This week from the factory floor of ADG Lighting, we would like to feature our freshly made Fiery Ball going over a client’s fire pit.

Fiery Ball – In Process

Fiery Ball – Completed

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