If you want to introduce anyone to Dallas architecture, the Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe is about as spectacular as you can get. The building dates back to the late 19th century, and Galveston’s very accomplished architect by the name of Nicholas J....
To say that the Ellie Caulkins Opera House has the heart and soul of a 27-year-old despite the years she carries on her exterior body would not be a lie or exaggeration. It is all true! Here is her story. The original building was called the Municipal Auditorium; it...
This beautiful historic building has made its home at the location of 1360 Montgomery Street, in the romantic city of San Francisco on Telegraph Hill. This is the epitome of San Francisco architecture. It was originally built in 1937 and designed in the Streamline...
There is definitely something magical about Hollywood. Hollywood represents glamour, beauty, temptation, seduction, and of course, movie stars. The word historic has a grounding effect as though it is real, authentic, true, and something you can believe in. The word...
There’s no doubt that architects are influenced by many different factors, ranging from spiritual beliefs of the client and environmental conditions, to current social trends, property location, and even cultural influences. Surprisingly, we may now add Instagram to...
We’ll call this the “ride of honor.” The American Institute of Architects (AIA) produced a map with landmarks crediting the Black architects involved in their design and build. In light of recent events, this written “ride” through Los Angeles is necessary, because we...
