The Importance of Place in Architecture

The Importance of Place in Architecture

“We shape our buildings and afterwards our buildings shape us,” declared Winston Churchill before restoring the bomb-destructed House of Commons.  More than 70 years later, his wise words continue to reign true, and rest at the forefront of many architects minds....
Color in Architecture

Color in Architecture

For almost 20 winters starting in 1999, Starbucks red cups became the announcement that winter had finally arrived. The red cups appeared in the hands of Christmas shoppers at the mall, on conference tables during Friday office meetings, and in the hands of those...
Weather’s Impact on Architecture

Weather’s Impact on Architecture

Architecture has always transcended the mere concept of shelter; it serves as a mirror reflecting the identity of a region and the evolving needs of its inhabitants. From ancient times to the present, architectural designs have adapted to their environments, much like...
Portella Contributes to Monticello Project

Portella Contributes to Monticello Project

Monticello is Thomas Jefferson’s estate, preserved now as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it serves as a museum, place of study and research, and a historical site. As part of an ongoing project to renovate and transform this historical site, Gensler architects have...
6 Mistakes People Make When Buying New/Replacement Windows

6 Mistakes People Make When Buying New/Replacement Windows

Buying new or replacement windows that are right for your home or business can be a daunting task with the multitude of window choices available. Avoiding false information and knowing what not to do is key to making a purchase that you feel comfortable with and will...
10 Amazing Examples of Nature in Architecture

10 Amazing Examples of Nature in Architecture

If you live in an urban area, it is easy to see nature as a distant phenomenon. This is due to design that keeps our environment separate from our living spaces. This isolation has caused ADHD, obesity, and a decline in creativity, according to Whitney Hopkins, a...