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- [Virtual Architecture in Second Life](https://aber-sig.org/virtual-architecture-in-second-life.html) - When I found this article my first thought was “Is Second Life still around?” Apparently so. I would have thought the hedonistic avatar cyber-orgy had played itself out ages ago. Let me explain, when I first became aware of Second Life I found it mildly interesting. It wasn’t unit I met up with one of
- [Selling the dream?](https://aber-sig.org/selling-the-dream.html) - Has finally released their new urban environment procedural modeling software. From what I understand the software will allow the used to define a vocabulary of construction elements (windows, doors, streets, buildings, cities, materials, etc.) and “build” designs by way of a computer automated process, according to a given set of instructions. When I first float
- [Gehry isn't an architect](https://aber-sig.org/gehry-isnt-an-architect.html) - I’ll have to admit, when I first started listening to this, the revolutionary in me sided with Kurt Anderson and against John Siber who initially evoked images of the Dean of Stanton Institute of Technology castigating Howard Roark. When he attacks the building of Gehry, he notes “There’s nothing beautiful about the Stata Center, it’s
- [Conference follow up](https://aber-sig.org/conference-follow-up.html) - One of the offerings from the pre-Marketgraph PLA4 seminar, this may seem a little “cartooney” but I found this presentation most interesting. As I tend to do most of my design work in SketchUp (but it could be any 3D modeling software, really) one of the biggest problems I have is that palimpsest of design
- [Conferences galore](https://aber-sig.org/conferences-galore.html) - Well, it’s the most wonderful time of the year again. Is on and that means I’m writing this from a hotel in beautiful San Diego. Just lovely. I’ve actually been here since Friday. I came in a day early to attend the pre-conference seminar. It was of particular interest to me because of my ongoing
- [dasparkhotel](https://aber-sig.org/dasparkhotel.html) - These are amazing. Very ingenious use of pre-fabricated materials.
- [Suburban Living Redesigned](https://aber-sig.org/suburban-living-redesigned.html) - Sorry for the hiatus - I was busy with two design presentations. The first to the client (went excellent, received comments like “That’s great! No one is doing design like that!”) and the second to the city (went bad - “Well, it certainly has a lot of clean lines” - apparently that’s not a good
- [The Archaeology of Graffiti](https://aber-sig.org/the-archaeology-of-graffiti.html) - This is one of the most incredible things I have ever seen. Graffiti, as an art form (and one might argue a facade for many of our buildings) is such a temporary, transitory aesthetic. This meticulous archive of specific locations and the temporal evolution of the imageries thereupon is just astounding. Just beautiful…
- [A Review of Microsoft Photosynth](https://aber-sig.org/a-review-of-microsoft-photosynth.html) - One of the few truly innovative software I’ve seen from Microsoft, Photosynth has been lingering for nearly a year now, so I’m hoping they are getting close to releasing it. The demos on the site are getting better, and you can actually install a preview of the software in your browser here. Coordinating an image
- [Unique digital artist](https://aber-sig.org/unique-digital-artist.html) - John Meyer is a digital artist whose website offers a great deal of interesting projects he’s worked on over the years. I found this one particularly evocative. If I’m not mistaken, I believe the top image was composed of shots from a camera phone. In all of these works from selection #86b, he presents a
- [Microsoft Surface Computer & Architecture](https://aber-sig.org/microsoft-surface-computer-architecture.html) - Microsoft released their new Surface Computer this week to much press attention. This technology has been around a while, and I suppose it takes the 80 ton gorilla to make it come to the marketplace. I’ve been eager for this technology to make its appearance to the masses since I first saw the Fakespace Systems’
- [New Contemporary Spaces](https://aber-sig.org/new-contemporary-spaces.html) - First became aware of fabric at the 2004 conference in which the firm presented their project, a design for a museum, both physical and virtual, that presented the user with navigation tools to experience an exhibit where some of the works were physical and others virtual. I encourage you to view that presentation, which you
- [Helios House](https://aber-sig.org/helios-house.html) - Looking like something out of a late 90s low-poly sci-fi game, the British Petroleum Helios House gas station is an experiment by the oil giant to soften their environmental footprint. I’ll have to say this, it’s easy to make a house in the desert enviro-friendly, but if you want to really tackle the issue, handle
- [Coop Himmelbkau - Roof Top Pavilion](https://aber-sig.org/coop-himmelbkau-roof-top-pavilion.html) - I dig this project. I did a model analysis of it for my architectural theory class back in college. The modeler did an excellent job of it, especially in SketchUp which is perfect for largely rectilinear designs, but can certainly be cumbersome when they break from the grid. Visit the designer’s blog Vizarch and see
- [Architecture Connects the World](https://aber-sig.org/architecture-connects-the-world.html) - This is a couple years old, but it is still a good presentation by Thom. He’s not speaking specifically to an architecture audience, which I think is when he’s at his best. His focus on connectivity is very important I think, and, in tandem with green building, will be the next big shift in architecture.
- [Interesting Architect to Watch](https://aber-sig.org/interesting-architect-to-watch.html) - Andreas Angelidakis is an architect whose experimental work skirts the edge between the physical the digital. While the works shown here are clearly offshoots from his work in Second Life (and not in a good way) I enjoyed the interview below. I found some of his early Active Worlds digital designs interesting, and I dug
- [Non conventional B Pillar Architecture](https://aber-sig.org/non-conventional-b-pillar-architecture.html) - Barcelona-based architect/stage designer Enric Ruiz-geli studied architecture at the Escola d’Arquitectura Superior de Barcelona and Mississippi state University: stage design at l’Institut del teatre de Barcelona; scenography and architecture at the Ecole de la Villette in Paris. In 1995, he founded cloud 9 and has since worked with artists from various disciplines, such as stage
- [Rotterdam Design](https://aber-sig.org/rotterdam-design.html) - On the 14th May 2007, the bombardment on Rotterdam was commemorated with a visualization of the “fire border”. This border marks the area that was devastated by fire as a result of the Nazi attack of the 14th of May 1940. Estimates are that the dead numbered between 600 and 900 Dutch and the Netherlands
- [Automated Mass City Design](https://aber-sig.org/automated-mass-city-design.html) - A quick video of the procedural modeling they used in the recreation of 1933 New York City. The seminar was pretty cool. I didn’t get to record very much of it. WETA completely rebuild 1930’s Manhattan, first by modeling the hero buildings in detail, then all the thousands of smaller buildings as low-poly representations, superimposing
- [A Simple Swiss Project](https://aber-sig.org/a-simple-swiss-project.html) - I saw this building while photographic a larger multi-family project and was immediately struck. There’s nothing profound about it, but i really like the soft simplicity. It’s just a neat little design that is very humble and sophisticated. The overall composition is nice, but the detailing is particularly well done.
- [What makes a city functional?](https://aber-sig.org/what-makes-a-city-functional.html) - I ran across this recently and thought it a very interesting commentary on contemporary urban design and community identity. With a stroke of genius, city planners have decided that building an ‘green’ uber-mall is the best way to beautify their community, rather than developing land around the lake and river, and further bolstering the downtown,
- [Latest architectural breakthroughs](https://aber-sig.org/latest-architectural-breakthroughs.html) - The emerging technologies exhibit is often the most interesting aspect of the conference. Students and researches from all over contribute some of the most fascinating and innovative technologies. Probably my favorite this year was this project conceived and created by a couple of Architecture students. On the table is a plan of an architectural design
- [Neat little project](https://aber-sig.org/neat-little-project.html) - A unique little project just off Lemon Ave in Dallas is this tri-plex. I really like the use of the wood paneling product at a soffit at the garage entry, and the simple entry doors off the street. Go to the project website to see the floorplans. I really like the restrained form and use
- [San Fernando Cathedral Center](https://aber-sig.org/san-fernando-cathedral-center.html) - This is a fun little building I stumbled on to during a recent trip to San Antonio. Designed by Fisher Heck Architects, and situated directly adjacent to the historic San Fernando Cathedral, it manifests in a very simple and well executed building with hisorical & contextual materials coupled with a contemporary design. The proportions are
- [Construction images from new project](https://aber-sig.org/construction-images-from-new-project.html) - These images are from my trip to the Medical District Project cited earlier. Taken in May, they’ve got all the foundations down, and have begun erecting the pre-cast garage and the elevated slabs above the retail. Here are images from my trip to the Medical District during a trip out there in early June. They’ve
- [Recent completed package](https://aber-sig.org/recent-completed-package.html) - This is one of my more recent project. Situated near a local hospital, the land has been zoned for industrial since it was developed. I believe there actually used to be a yeast factory on the site. Across the street used to be the Industries mill and the whole area was awash in factories and
- [Sprint Center Opens](https://aber-sig.org/sprint-center-opens.html) - On the way back this afternoon we took a few minutes to peak our heads in the new Sprint Center and take a lap or two around the concourse. The tickets for admission for opening day were free of charge, however, the lady handing them out was very adamant about the “suggested” five dollar donation
- [Spatial Intelligence: how to intelligently decorate your house](https://aber-sig.org/spatial-intelligence-how-to-intelligently-decorate-your-house.html) - Knowing how to be intelligent with the space that you get to arrange your things in is an essential characteristic without which our houses would be a complete and uncontrollable mess. Spatial intelligence is basically found to be significantly high in interior designers; they simply know what to put where to make your house look
- [Famous architecture styles from over the world](https://aber-sig.org/famous-architecture-styles-from-over-the-world.html) - Every country, region and continent has certain things about it that make it different from the rest. This is the reason why there are differences in the culture and norms and values of these different locations. A very important factor that must be considered is the environmental factor; each area has certain features because of
- [Civil Engineering as a Career](https://aber-sig.org/civil-engineering-as-a-career.html) - If you are considering opting for a career in civil engineering, you have come to the right place. You are not going to read about how to find out how good coconut for hair truly is, or find out which are the best electronic cigarette v2 cigs, but rather discover why you should opt for
- [Get the house of your dreams with Interiors Modeling Softwares](https://aber-sig.org/get-the-house-of-your-dreams-with-interiors-modeling-softwares.html) - I went to Italy last summer and got affitti privati or a private rental for the two month long stay. I was taken aback by the interiors of the house which, though very simple stood out for the judicious use of space and choice of accessories. When I enquired, the owner told me that he
- [Creativity: A Key Of A Great Architect ](https://aber-sig.org/creativity-a-key-of-a-great-architect.html) - Creativity is the key to innovation, and innovation is crucial in the field of architecture. With so many excellent specialists out there and tons of bright ideas being given birth to on a regular basis, there is no wonder more and more of the buildings we see out there are looking better than ever. Competition
- [Palm Springs - A mid Century Modern Housing Mecca](https://aber-sig.org/palm-springs-a-mid-century-modern-housing-mecca.html) - When the vacation is coming, many people would like to visit some countries or cities in which they never been before. Some people would decide to explore a certain area so that they increase their knowledge or just for a fun. Another funny people will even travel with their Labrador retriever into a new country
- [What Makes Modern Furniture Modern?](https://aber-sig.org/what-makes-modern-furniture-modern.html) - When planning to design an interior space, being able to distinguish between modern and other themes in furniture design is very important. Of course, if you are only designing for yourself, you can always go for taste and feel rather than being technical with all the aspects that differentiate modern furniture from others. However, if
- [Minimalism through Modern Furniture](https://aber-sig.org/minimalism-through-modern-furniture.html) - Minimalism through Modern Furniture A blossoming trend in the design of modern furniture is something that is known as minimalism and given the initial reception of the market, it is likely that the trend is here to stay. In very simple terms, minimalism refers to a design concept where the product is stripped down to
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## Pages

- [Home](https://aber-sig.org/) - ABER:Home takes a look into designers that have influenced design and interior design. Minimizing yet maximizing efficiency.
- [A Review of Eames: The Documentary](https://aber-sig.org/a-review-of-eames-the-documentary) - In New York? Be sure to watch where the Eames: The Documentary is playing by visiting here. If you’re tired of browsing for a cheat with words with friends or some online penny auctions just to pass the time, we are here to offer you a hand. Being tired of the same daily routine is
- [The History of the Herman Miller Eames Lounge Chair](https://aber-sig.org/the-history-of-the-herman-miller-eames-lounge-chair) - If you are interested in learning all the details on the Herman Miller Eames lounge chair, you have come to the right place, as this article is going to discuss some essential points of this particular topic. Just like a HCG diet plan needs to care about certain aspects such as the behavior of the
- [The Architect and the Painter Review](https://aber-sig.org/the-architect-and-the-painter-review) - The Architect and The Painter are due for release in cinemas near you soon. This enlightening story of Charles and Ray Earnes, a husband and wife team that were Americas most regarded designers. Ray and Charles Earnes were known for their fiberglass furniture, their photographs, multi-media exhibits and toys. But they were mostly known for
- [Famous Mid Century Modern Architects](https://aber-sig.org/famous-mid-century-modern-architects) - As there is no dearth of sell boats companies, there is no dearth of architects around the world. Each century has been blessed with a number of creative architects who have made the civilization beautiful with their works. As web design Leeds does a lot of works for its customers, these architects do a lot
- [Top Modern Design Furniture Companies](https://aber-sig.org/top-modern-design-furniture-companies) - The trend for chic, elegant and affordable modern furniture design is a fast-growing enterprise and at the crux of this field are modern design furniture companies. In the last few years, there has been an increasing emphasis on modern furniture designs akin to the growth of the popularity of HCG drops. The only way this
- [Classic Examples of Mid Century Homes](https://aber-sig.org/classic-examples-of-mid-century-homes) - Planning the design for your dream house isn’t a task that you simply relegate to your architect or interior designer; nor is it as easy as logging on to free dating sites, betting on Sbobet, or driving to some interesting penny auctions. The task is quite a tough challenge, like finding the best anti wrinkle
- [Design Within Reach: Reinventing Your Living Spaces for Elegance and Functionality](https://aber-sig.org/design-within-reach-reinventing-your-living-spaces-for-elegance-and-functionality) - If you are looking for a design company to help you pick elegant pieces for your home, look no further than Design Within Reach. Short of taking care of your need for home security systems, Design Within Reach (DWR) has a very wide selection if “iconic mid-century works” and many other innovative designs to help
- [Investing in Mid Century Furniture for Excellent Interior Spaces](https://aber-sig.org/investing-in-mid-century-furniture-for-excellent-interior-spaces) - One of the latest trends in interior design and architecture is the mid-century modern theme. Specific to interior design, there is now a slew of mid century furniture options that homeowners can pick to spice up their interior spaces. The term mid century is a reference to the timeline of the development of this designed
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- [Member web](https://aber-sig.org/member_web.html) - We'll be filling out the updated member web list soon. Thanks
- [Contact listserve](https://aber-sig.org/contactlistserve.html) - If you are interested in showing your work online in our Gallery or participating in our ABER artist website links please e-mail List-serve: Stay connected with other arts based educational researchers by joining our ABER SIG list-serve. Simply visit and click "Join this Group" at the top of the page By participating in the member
- [Staikidis Gallery](https://aber-sig.org/StaikidisGallery.html) - My paintings are visual stories that speak about my childhood in Greece, my Jewish ancestry migrating from Russia to the United States, Buddhism, Life, Death, the sea, the moon, my childhood dog, musings. They are narratives that can be read aloud in the form of childrens' bedtime stories to bring on nightmares: "Once upon a
- [Research Awards](https://aber-sig.org/research_awards.html) - We are also pleased to announce that the 2009 Arts Based Educational special interest group for the American Educational is now open for submissions for the 2009 ABER Outstanding Thesis/ Dissertation Award for the best Masters thesis and/ or Doctoral Dissertation that explores, is an exemplar of, and pushes the boundaries of arts based educational
- [Call](https://aber-sig.org/call.html) - ABER Call for Proposals Annual Conference: Monday, March 24 - Friday, March 28 New York, NY The ABER SIG welcomes proposals from members who view education through artistic lenses, who use a variety of arts-based methodologies, and who communicate understandings through diverse genres such as narrative, fiction, autobiography, poetry, drama, dance, and visual art. The
- [Lang Lang's History](https://aber-sig.org/lang-langs-history) - It is quite a common experience to find many people in love with the classical arts and get so engrossed in it that they end up being left behind by a wave of modern artists who have elevated those very same classical arts to brand new, modern, and more breathtaking heights. Take the piano for

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