Peter Max and Annette de la Renta Receive 20th Anniversary, the Black Alumni of Pratt Awards

Peter Max and Annette de la Renta Receive 20th Anniversary, the Black Alumni of Pratt Awards I really like Peter Max and I think it's great that Black alumns at Pratt are honoring and spotlighting the work that they do which makes design, architecture and art more diversified.

AIA NY Chapter Announces Winner of Its Biennial Design Competition

AIA NY Chapter Announces Winner of Its Biennial Design Competition I like the idea that art, architecture, design and style are collaborating more and more. Everybody wins because we ourselves as humans the opportunity to be flexible and experimental which is often hard to do day to day.

Singer and Actress, Lena Horne, Dead at 92

Singer and Actress, Lena Horne, Dead at 92 The tribute to Lena Horne is a nice one. Though not linked directly to Harlem, Lena Horne was an important Black icon in America and should be remembered as a great lady who tried to break barriers and improve life for all Americans.

Female Architects in the UK

I enjoyed reading this story because it showed how women are trying to make a difference and improve the quality of their lives around the world. Sometimes, we feel that we are the only ones struggling with an issue but it's good to know that one is not alone and others think the same and fighting for their beliefs. Several industries like architecture could benefit from a woman's touch because trends show that cities are going to continue to grow larger. Taller buildings will be the norm to house people and why not include the opinions of those who are trying to raise families comfortably and more interactively.

Two Person Exhibition by Michael Joo and Damien Hirst at Haunch of Venison in Berlin

Two Person Exhibition by Michael Joo and Damien Hirst at Haunch of Venison in Berlin I like collaborations when the parties involved really push themselves to the edge. This far reaching exhibition looks at scale, color and the usage of space. Define it however you wish. Allow the works to playfully move you and rethink ideas and boundaries.