- The Genealogy of Style: A Lesson from Biology
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The history of architectural style is a rich and intricate one, which has evolved over millennia, and is similar in many ways to natural history. One fruitful way to look at the evolution of architectural style through history is to compare it to biological evolution. We have found this metaphor to be helpful in forming a conceptual basis for our broad design spectrum.
- Lifestyle, Not Style
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Each of us deal in lifestyle design as inventors and consumers. As designers, we are responsible for authoring surroundings that reflect and nurture our clients' lifestyle.
- Historic Preservation Today
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Ken Breisch, former Director of USC's Graduate Program in Historic Preservation, speaks on the history and philosophy of the preservation movement as it has evolved during the past century and its relevance to Southern California's treasures.
- The Linguistic Metaphor
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The only way we can experience the reality of meaning in our built environment is through the structure of style. Choose your languages with care, and use them thoughtfully.
- The Golden Land of Dreams
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Although our practice is national and international in scope, it is rooted in and arises out of the active, expansive, ever-inventive natural and cultural environment of Southern California.
- Delegate - When, Why, Whom, and How
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The purpose of this lecture is to emphasize that delegating = mentoring. However, there is a delicate balance between delegating and micromanaging.