Architecturally Significant Dallas
A symbol of Space Age spirit, Googie architecture was a huge part of American pop culture from the late 1940s to the early 1970s. Seen widely across roadside staples like motels and coffee houses, this movement defined the adventurous attitude of that era. Characterized by starburst signage, cantilevered rooflines, and acute angles, it made its…
Of the myriad modern design trends, arches are quickly becoming one of the most desired. Rooted in revival styles like Mediterranean and Mission, these simple aesthetic enhancements add so much to any space. As entry ways, built-ins, or windows, they add organic appeal that can serve as sculptural enhancements or subtle ways to soften any…
Dallas, It’s Time to Stop Chasing Arenas and Start Building a City By Norman Alston FAIA, Principal Norman Alston Architects Downtown Dallas shines at night — the dazzling skyline, the pulsing street life, the promise of a city constantly reinventing itself. For decades, local leaders have sought ways to make that promise real, to bring…
When success is measured by luxury is always top of mind. However, we don’t often draw a distinction between true luxury and everyday opulence. The state of everyday opulence is as fluid and fickle as many of the fashion trends that accompany it. One day, it might be defined by flashy aesthetics and inflated price…
The other day, I was enjoying a stretch of formative rock favorites on a random radio station. Among the grunge revival and industrial icons featured were Nine Inch Nails, Stone Temple Pilots, and Rage Against the Machine. When the station bumper interrupted to thank me for tuning into the classic rock commute, I was once…
