Design and Architecture

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Design and the Elastic Mind; New Uses for Old Materials May 20, 2008

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New technologies are changing our lives so fast it's dizzying. How can designers help? Find out when Frances Anderton talks with Paola Antonelli about Design and the Elastic Mind. We also hear from "elastic" minded architect Greg Lynn about his Blobwall Pavilion and building materials of tomorrow. Plus, new uses for building materials of the past, as the ReUse People open in Pacoima.

Selling Architecture as Art; Disney's Small World Apr 15, 2008

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Richard Neutra's famed Kaufmann House in Palm Springs goes on the block in May, to be auctioned off in Christie's Fine Art sale. What does this mean? Plus, an update on a classic Disneyland ride.

Guerrilla Stores; Edible Estates Mar 18, 2008

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Comme des Garçons has opened a temporary "guerrilla" store downtown. New York's Storefront for Art and Architecture is touching down on Sunset for a month. What's going on with high-style, low-impact design outlets? Plus, AD seeks new design talent, Fritz Haeg attacks the suburban front lawn, and California design goes on display.

BCAM Comes to Town Feb 12, 2008

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It's by a blue-chip architect and filled with blue-chip contemporary art. So how is the new BCAM at LACMA? Find out when we talk to Renzo Piano, Michael Govan and others. Plus, where should you eat in LA if you want to be heard?

Politics Meets Design Jan 15, 2008

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The message behind the architecture of America's new embassies, and the fashion industry's efforts to legislate against piracy. Plus, LA hardware stores and why women love them.

The Serious Business of Designing Toys Dec 18, 2007

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Toys may be made in China but many are designed in Los Angeles. We visit the Otis College Department of toy design. Plus, a conversation with Thom Mayne and other LA architects who are "Making It Right" with Brad Pitt in New Orleans. We'll also go design shopping with "The Scout," David A. Keeps.

Romantic Spanish Meets Cool Modern Nov 20, 2007

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Is your idea of California living Romantic Spanish or Cool Modern? Hear from Diane Keaton and others about the quintessential LA home. Plus, hot wheels at the LA Auto Show and hot colors at Wilshire and Vermont.

Will LA Fashion Week Make Waves This Time? Oct 16, 2007

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LA loves fashion but its Fashion Week rarely makes waves. Could this be the Week it does? Also, green machines for living in, design Japan-style, great houses of LA's Gilded Age, and a tribute to Herbert Muschamp.

The Incredible Being of Lightness Sep 18, 2007

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Can light be form or mass? We look at the art and architecture of light, with artist James Turrell and others. Plus, Hippy Modern Californian design, and a preservationist talks about falling in love with a building he fought against.

A School Even Teens Will Love Aug 21, 2007

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Can a high school be as enticing to teens as an iPod or a shopping center? Should it? Plus, microcars and Sprinkles Cupcakes.