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Surviving the Downturn, Creatively Mar 17, 2009

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Los Angeles has long been a magnet for architects and designers but the slump has hit them hard. Can they find creative solutions? We hear about the ups and downs of the downturn, and the lure of the virtual building site.

Architect of Cinematic Cities Builds Home for Cinematic Arts Feb 17, 2009

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The creator of fantasy cities also likes building the real thing. George Lucas, patron of the USC's School of Cinematic Arts on buildings on screen and in reality. David Rockwell, designer of the Oscars telecast, on how they'll make the show sparkle. And friends of Frank Gehry offer tributes as he meets a major milestone.

Design, Architecture and Inauguration Day Jan 20, 2009

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Today, the Obamas take Washington. What does this mean for design and architecture? Join DnA today to hear from Todd Boyd, AKA The Notorious Ph’d, on the first couple’s “cool” style; Hello Beautiful’s Edward Lifson on lessons learned from Chicago; Dan Neil on how to dress up a tank as a presidential limo; and Diana Dorrans Saeks on new White House designer Michael Smith.

Back to the Handmade Dec 23, 2008

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As mass-produced goods overwhelm us, people are returning to the handmade. Frances Anderton speaks with Jenny Ryan, Catherine Bailey, William Stranger and Brooke Hodge about Felt Club, Heath Ceramics and raw wood. Plus, Ron Woodson and Jaime Rummerfield on low-cost high-style at a holiday party. And Alissa Walker "raps" up the year in DnA.

The Metropolitan President and Architecture and Design Nov 18, 2008

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Barack Obama will be the first president to hail from a major metropolis in a long time. What does this mean for architecture and design? Plus, James Bond and his relationship with Modern architecture.

The Graphics of Political Protest Oct 21, 2008

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Shepard Fairey and Robbie Conal, who have kicked up a storm with their political posters, discuss using design to send a message. Plus, the Gamble House turns 100, a conversation with director Ted Bosley about the Greene & Greene brothers' "new and native beauty."

'Guerrilla' Designers Remake LA Public Space Sep 23, 2008

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Angelenos are building benches for bus stops in South Los Angeles; clearing trash and landscaping neglected strips of land and covertly planting trees on sidewalks. Jay Griffith, Mr. Stamens, Roly Poly and others discuss the "guerrilla" design of public space in Los Angeles. Plus, a leading LA design company opens its doors to locals.

All LA's a Stage Aug 26, 2008

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DnA looks at the opening next month of the new Broad Stage and the remodeled Mark Taper Forum. Plus, Alex McDowell on how computers are changing the way films are designed, and Liz Farrelly on her favorite authentic inauthentic space.

Landmark Architecture of LA's Past and China's Present Jul 22, 2008

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This week, we look at the architecture of big ideas, in LA past and China present.

One-Seaters, Two-Wheelers and the Honda Fuel Cell Car Jun 17, 2008

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With gas prices and congestion getting worse, is it time to trade in your car for a two-wheeler? Plus, Charles and Ray Eames get the USPS stamp of approval.

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