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Sustainable Architecture Sets the Standard
Sustainable architecture is now at the forefront of design for the future. Scientific studies have proven time and time again that global warming is a real threat to the health of our planet. As we move forward as a global society, we must consider the effects of...
Apple Expands In Austin, Texas
When most people thinking of Austin, TX, they think of a capital city located in the geographic center of the state. It is known for hosting the University of Texas, a vibrant entertainment and music scene, and a growing population of citizens from across the US. It...
Featured Professional: Richard Krantz, Architect
Today, we’re featuring one of our favorite tradesman, Richard Krantz! Richard has been a noted architect for over twenty-five years and has worked on some of Southern California’s most beautiful homes. Deciding to start his own firm, Richard Krantz Architecture, was a...
Palm Springs Modernism Week Is Upon Us
Mark your calendars and start channeling your best 'Rat Pack' persona! It is time to make your way into the desert and visit Palm Springs in all its splendor. Palm Springs Modernism Week is scheduled for Feb 14-24, 2019, and this annual event will be bigger than ever....
CTE Designates Architecture a STEM Subject
After decades of work, the discipline of architecture has been officially recognized as a STEM subject. Congress passed the STEM legislation designation and the bipartisan bill was sign into law by the President. The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has long...
The Best of ADG for 2018
New year — a new chapter, new verse, or just the same old story? Ultimately we write it. The choice is ours. ~Alex Morritt We want to take this opportunity to review some of the Best of ADG for 2018. Every end marks a new beginning. Keep your spirits and...
Fuzhou Tower New Centerpiece Feature in China
In Fuzhou, China, the Shimao North Riverfront Tower was made to be the centerpiece of a new business district within the city. The focal point of the project will be the super tall, twisting 1700-foot tower Shimao. The vision for this landmark in Fuzhou is to create a...
Richard Rogers Wins AIA Gold
Richard Rogers wins the 2019 AIA Gold Medal, and will be recognized at this year's national conference in Las Vegas. Rogers is a Pritzker Prize-winning architect recognized for his work on the Centre Pompidou and the Lloyd's of London headquarters. Rogers is...
The Noted Passing of Gene Leedy
Gene Leedy was known as the father of the Sarasota School of Architecture, and a fellow of the American Institute of Architects. This renowned architect passed this week at the age of 90. Leedy was born in Isaban, West Virginia. His parents subsequently moved the...
World’s Tallest Statue Rises Above Gujarat, India
A 600-foot towering sculpture of India's first Deputy Prime Minister Sardar Vallabhai Patel comes to life on the Narmada River. The sculpture was designed and master planned by Michael Graves Architecture & Design (MGA&D). The statue itself was designed by...
MARS Case Offers Solutions For Colonizing the Red Planet
Space exploration and the planet Mars have been in the imagination of many for decades. The Red Planet has especially intrigued many, imagining the possibilities of settling another planet near Earth and the potential of little green men. As technology has advanced,...
Beverly Center Shows off a New Image
The Beverly Center is showing off a new facelift and revitalization on November 1st. The mid-city landmark first opened in July 1982, and showed off a unique design presence for the area. The unusual shape of the mall was a result of its position at the intersection...
CAED Cal Poly Hosts Design Exhibition
The 15th Annual Vellum Furniture Design Exhibition will be held on November 2nd and 3rd in San Luis Obispo and is a must see! The event is being co-hosted between Cal Poly Architecture and Environmental Design (CAED) school and Vellum Build Design. It will feature 195...
Midtown Center in Washington DC
Midtown Center is located at the corner of L Street Northwest and 15th Street Northwest, on the site of the old Washington Post, which was razed in 2016. Three elevated walkways link two wings of the U-shaped, glass-faced office building. Midtown Center was designed...
Bloomberg European Headquarters Wins Stirling Prize
Located in the heart of London, near the Bank of England and Saint Paul’s Cathedral, this two-building structure has won the Stirling prize, which is the UK’s most prestigious architecture award. The Stirling Prize is awarded annually by the Royal Institute of...
ADG Lighting Custom Fixture Featured On Dering Hall
ADG Lighting designs, fabricates and manufactures lighting fixtures, architectural ornamentation, and metal work in all styles. Our versatility can be seen in our wide range of work on a number of residential and commercial properties. The versatility of our work...