Spaces: “OPEN” by Flint Collective NYC
COVID-19 has changed the way people interact with public spaces, especially in densely populated cities like New York. Neighborhoods grew quiet during the onset of the pandemic, forcing several stores and local businesses to close their doors.
Brilliant Minds: Gwen Grossman
While running her firm, Gwen Grossman Lighting Design, she empowers women and strengthens their voices in the male-dominated lighting design and architecture sectors.
United Polaris Lounges: Taking Air Travel to Luxurious New Heights
Air travel can be hectic and tiresome. When you step into a United Polaris Lounge, however, you’re transported from a conventional airport to an ultra-chic lounge, five-star restaurant and luxury hotel. Stylish and highly functional spaces allow United Airlines’ premier international travelers to take care of last-minute business, savor chef-prepared meals and enjoy quality rest before their next adventure.
Fish & Richardson: Protecting Big Ideas at the Speed of Light
Fish & Richardson, a leading intellectual property law firm based in Washington, D.C., specializes in protecting and advancing big ideas. A one-of-a-kind matrix of Luminii lighting in the firm’s office exemplifies these big ideas, in addition to conveying a sense of order and supreme diligence.
Case Study: The Wharf & Catenary Vertical Rings
Perched along the Potomac River, within a short walk of the National Mall was a mile-long stretch of waterfront property — underutilized by residents and ignored by tourists. That all changed with a $2.5 billion development that transformed the area into a new and bustling 24-acre neighborhood known as “The Wharf” or “District Wharf.” It is now an attraction for residents and tourists alike.
Quick Read: Exploring Light & Color with Jon Gasca, Furniture Designer
Jon Gasca designs high-end contemporary furniture pieces at STUA, a Spanish furniture design and manufacturing firm renowned for its modern yet timeless collections. His thoughtful and innovative sofas, armchairs, and tables enhance ambiences in residential and commercial spaces, while sustainable approaches to design minimize their environmental impact.