In recent news, President Trump announced that he is planning on changing the iconic design of Air Force One. No matter your political stance, I believe we can all agree on one thing- the current design on Air Force One is timeless, sophisticated, and creates a solid impression. Did you know that the current design…
This summer is shaping up to be another scorcher. While the Alabama humidity can’t be tamed, we do have plenty of lakes to enjoy. Not to mention, we have some of the most beautiful Gulf Coast beaches. There is simply nothing like being on the cool water on a hot summer day. If only I…
Family vacations are what memories are made of- new places, new foods, and fun adventures that are sure to be remembered at every future family gathering. Growing up, our vacations were filled with travels all over the country, but ours always included an architectural tour of some kind. My father made sure of that! With…
An Interview with Danny Heller, Owner of Danny Heller Art Image Source – Danny Heller Art In painting, light is one of the most difficult aspects to capture. Photorealism has an unbelievable way of combining color and light. This fascinating mix of photography and painting has become an interest of mine and has led me to…
During World War II, most American companies were contributing to the war effort in some form or fashion. Chrysler was no exception. The car manufacturer stopped production on consumer vehicles and began to diversify its offerings to meet the needs of the troops. While Chrysler may be most well-known for its Tank Arsenal on Van…
Believe it or not, being the son of an architect was pretty cool. My dad was not only able to design and create plans for new buildings, but he was able to watch his vision came to life and allowed me to be in on the experience. When I was young, my dad let me…
An Interview with David Repp, Owner of Rediscovered Paper It is always a privilege to meet and get to know other mid-century modern art enthusiasts. David Repp and I have gotten to know each other over our shared appreciation for Raymond Loewy’s art and mid-century modern architectural pieces. Even though it was our mutual admiration…
Image Source – Speed Art Museum American Art Union: Making Art Appreciation Possible for Middle-Class Americans Sometimes art can seem like it’s meant for those who are wealthy, or naturally artistic. It can feel inaccessible to the average Joe. When some folks think of art, they immediately think of the big names- Van Gogh, Degas, Picasso,…
Image Source – Smithsonian American Art Museum In 1933, the American economy was in utter turmoil. The Great Depression was raging after the stock market crash of 1929, and close to 25% of Americans were unemployed. When President Franklin D. Roosevelt took office, he immediately set to work. Roosevelt’s administration created “The New Deal” which…
Built in 1903, the Williamsburg Bridge was (at that time) the longest suspension bridge in the world. At the time of its opening, the Williamsburg Bridge was the first connection between the Lower East Side of Manhattan and Brooklyn. Boasting a total length of 7308 ft and a span of 1600 ft, this bridge was…
