Layers of Locality
Hotel Palms is designed to be embedded in the neighborhood, a true part of its architectural and cultural vernacular, and a place for slowing down. With a keen pulse on art and design, as well as local culture, the hospitality philosophy of the eleven-room modernized 1940s motor court hotel is to be an “organic shelter,” says Julie. It is meant to evolve over time with the imprinted layers of its visiting, curated artists as well as the vestiges of events that have led to impromptu art moments.
Dwellings: Laurie Hitzig Explores Shelter and Refuge
Stunning mixed media works by Laurie Hitzig, one of our region’s great talents, forms the inaugural fall exhibition of the Lufrano Gallery on the UNF campus. Partially inspired by a serious injury suffered by someone very close to her, she turned to themes of shelter and refuge.
The Case for Beauty
Donald H. Ruggles, AIA, NCARB, ICAA, presents in his book, Beauty, Neuroscience & Architecture, the scientific forces behind the emotional impact of beauty. Ruggles will visit Jacksonville during AIA Jacksonville’s Architecture Week, April 29 through May 3, to give a lecture, scheduled for May 2, on his book’s premise.
Nuggets of Design Gold
Over the course of my career I am often asked my thoughts about what constitutes a successful project and below are some words of wisdom I humbly offer to you in hopes these nuggets will help you make the most out of your design experience and give your design team the freedom to inspire.
Expanding Its Space
When the Jacksonville Museum of Arts and Sciences (originally the Jacksonville Children’s Museum) became the Museum of Science and History (MOSH) in 1969, it moved into its current building, designed by North Florida architectural icon William Morgan. Morgan described his modern, brutalist design as a “castle for children,” and MOSH has indeed served our city and its children with innovative, award-winning exhibitions and programming for decades.
Building Skills for Life Through the Arts
The Cummer Museum has been providing summer camp opportunities to the Jacksonville community for more than twenty years. In addition to developing artistic skills, learning about art and art history, and creating original works of art, summer art camps help children develop their problem solving skills, gain confidence, appreciate different perspectives, and communicate effectively – all while having fun.
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