As part of the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art’s (ICAA) classical architecture certificate program, I traveled to Washington, D.C., to study classically-inspired buildings and learn measured drawing techniques. Measured drawing
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The summer weather has been warm and it’s a holiday weekend. Many of us are stepping outside our homes and enjoying the outdoors. In that spirit, I’m straying from typical interior design fare to share some travel inspirations for
Arched doorways, supports, and bridges are feats of structural engineering and architecture that support weight via a decorative shape. An arch’s dual role garners both functional respect and aesthetic appreciation. Considering that the
Urns are containers that generally have a footed base and sculptural, bell-shaped curves that lead to a top opening. They might be lidded or have two handles. Decorative urns can be found outdoors as garden ornamentals with or without plantings
