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Art Deco dances with Modernism on Euclid Avenue in Oak Park

11/09/2011

Surprise is a powerful tool of architecture, having the potential to create memorable experiences.

A drive thru with a view of the future

09/14/2011

It is exciting to see a new bank building design for a long vacant site at 715 South Blvd., in Oak Park. Building is symbolic of the public confidence in the future, being such a long-term commitment.   

The responsibility of the architect

08/10/2011

Architects are trained to imagine in three dimensions how their design decisions will perform and how the style will fare in the future.

The making of an architect

07/13/2011

Oak Park is a hot bed for free opportunities to educate and inspire young creative talent. We can all look back to moments that have influenced our lives and careers.  

Coonley House, a residence of high distinction

05/11/2011

On a crisp spring afternoon my friend and associate Don Kalec and I traveled south to tour a piece of architecture that I had studied yet never visited, the Coonley House in Riverside.

Three reasons to expand FLW Historic District

04/13/2011

The Historic Preservation Commission’s 11-member board is proposing that the Frank Lloyd Wright-Prairie School of Architecture Historic District be expanded to match the current National Register Historic District boundaries.

Architecture is all about respect

02/09/2011

Living in a community rich with architecture does not make the average homeowner an expert on the fine art of architecture.

The House of Cadillac may go green

01/12/2011

In 1927, well known Detroit architect Albert Kahn designed and built the two-story Cadillac showroom and maintenance garage at 820 Madison Street in Oak Park.

Melding of Classical Revival, Walgreens well-done

12/08/2010

Preservation is about change. Our buildings must be adaptable to survive. We need to envision new uses for structures that are obsolete by modern standards.

Take a walk and you're sure to see signs of life

11/10/2010

One bright Saturday morning while on a walking loop through the village, I was delighted to see and witness a number of signs of improvement to our architecture and real estate health.

And The Award Goes To...

10/12/2010

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The village of Oak Park received praise in the form of numerous awards at last month's Historic Preservations Awards held at Unity Temple.

Green concept has plenty of benefits

09/08/2010

The ultimate way to invest in the Green movement is to maintain what we have. Fortunately, in Oak Park and River Forest we have a wealth of traditionally designed residential architecture.

Tax freeze program may be for you

08/11/2010

We live in an idyllic historic community that is defined by its gridded tree-lined streets and a variety of traditional architecture. Twenty years ago we pictured our children growing up under this canopy of protective shade trees.

Intersection of real estate and Wright's architecture

06/29/2010

While on a bicycle tour of houses in Oak Park, I stopped at a landmark home located at 334 N. Kenilworth that I have always admired.