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Wabi-Sabi Residence / Sparano + Mooney Architecture

Paula Pintos — Thu, 04 May 2023 16:00:00 +0000

As one of Utah’s leading design practices, Sparano + Mooney Architecture is sought after for its limitless exploration and deep commitment to the creative process, which has resulted in thoughtfully-innovative and award-winning contemporary design solutions throughout the American West. For founders Anne Mooney, FAIA, and John Sparano, FAIA, a shared passion for designing within the rugged western landscape has resulted in works across extreme topographies and multiple sectors, as well as at multiple scales, most notably landmark designs for arts and cultural facilities and stunning, sophisticated residential commissions.

Spy Hop at The Kahlert Youth Media Arts Center / Atlas Architects Inc.

Valeria Silva — Sun, 25 Sep 2022 15:00:00 +0000

The Spy Hop Media Arts Center, located in the Central Ninth (C9) neighborhood of Salt Lake City, is one in a series of projects working to revitalize the neighborhood. C9 is unique in its character; being both quaint yet connected. Recently, this has increased community investment, brought more housing, and attracted many local businesses. Spy Hop is situated at the center of this development along 900 South, a blossoming corridor, where it serves as a community center and a visual anchor.

Cities are Experimenting with Free Public Transit to Promote Sustainable Mobility

Andreea Cutieru — Fri, 06 May 2022 05:30:00 +0000

Various cities have been experimenting with wavering fees for public transport in an effort to promote sustainable mobility, alleviate traffic congestion and decrease social inequality. This past February, Salt Lake City has paused fare collection for a month to reduce carbon emissions in the region. At the end of March, the Italian city of Genoa extended free access to some of its public transport networks, following a successful experiment which began at the end of 2021 and in an ambitious plan to become the first Italian city with free transportation. Meanwhile, the small duchy of Luxembourg became the world’s first country with free public transit in 2020.

Rising from the Desert: A 15-Minute City is Coming to Utah

Kaley Overstreet — Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

15-minute cities are a trending urban planning topic that has long been discussed academically and is now slowly being implemented across existing cities in Europe. But now, the first 15-minute city is being designed and built from scratch in Utah. Dubbed “The Point”, the new 600-acre city will be located just outside Salt Lake City, and will be a redeveloped former state prison site where new jobs, housing, public spaces, amenities, and transportation will serve almost 15,000 people in an attempt to explore a prototype for how innovative urban planning concepts can improve the public health and wellness.

George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Theater / Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects

Cristobal Rojas — Tue, 27 Feb 2018 15:00:00 +0000

The George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Theater began as an urban master plan designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects for an entire city block in Salt Lake City. Multiple stakeholders, the Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City, and private developers were involved in enhancing the development of the area, which included placing an air rights office tower and a performing arts center on the same block.

The Real Reason For the Resurgence of Streetcars in America (Spoiler: It's Not for Transport)

Suneet Zishan Langar — Sat, 12 Aug 2017 09:30:00 +0000

In this six-minute-long video, Vox makes the argument that the primary reason behind the recent resurgence of streetcar systems—or proposals for streetcars, at least—in the USA is not because of their contributions to urban mobility, but instead because of the fact that they drive and sustain economic development. As it uncovers the causes for the popular failure of the streetcar systems in cities such as Washington DC, Atlanta, and Salt Lake City (low speed and limited connectivity, mostly) it asks why an increasing number of American city governments are pushing for streetcars in spite of their dismal record at improving transit. Is it solely due to their positively modern aesthetic? Are streetcars destined to function as mere “attractions” in a city’s urban landscape? Or is the real objective something more complex?

United States Courthouse, Salt Lake City / Thomas Phifer and Partners

Igor Fracalossi — Mon, 19 Jan 2015 01:00:00 +0000

The design of the new United States Courthouse in Salt Lake City emanates from our search for a form that is strong, iconic, transparent, and metaphorically egalitarian as a symbol of the American judiciary system. The resulting cubic mass of the new courthouse, like the monumental buttes of southern Utah, is just such a primary form, projecting grounded dignity, immovable order, and an equal face to all sides. The 400,000 square foot, 10-story courthouse resides in a garden setting on a level terrace encompassing the entire city block including an existing, historic Federal Courthouse. This garden terrace unites the two courthouses in a public-access amenity for the downtown area of Salt Lake City while establishing a required federal security setback from the street.

Lassonde Studios at the University of Utah / Arup + EDA Architects + Yazdani Studio of CannonDesign

Sadia Quddus — Sat, 11 Oct 2014 01:00:00 +0000

A collaboration of EDA Architects, Yazdani Studio of Cannon Design, and Arup, the University of Utah's newest project for the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute - "Lassonde Studios" - has broke ground. Slated as a space to live, work, and create, the building supports the mission to make the Lassonde Institute an international destination for student entrepreneurs, innovators and “makers.” The Studios will open for students in fall of 2016.

From the Desert to the City: An Interview with Wendell Burnette

Andrew Galloway — Fri, 02 May 2014 00:00:00 +0000

Since childhood, growing up on a farm outside of Nashville, Wendell Burnette has been inspired by nature; indeed, the amplification of the natural site has highlighted his body of work. In the following question and answer by Guy Horton of Metropolis Magazine, the Pheonix-based architect speaks about memories, inspiration and experience.

6970+ Revitalization Project Competition Entry / Op.N

Alison Furuto — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 01:00:00 +0000

Proposing a connective and activated public realm for the two blocks of Sixty Nine and Seventy in Salt Lake City, this design by Op.N for the 'SixtyNine-Seventy, The Spaces Between' competition focuses on three main strategies: connectivity, activation of open and residual spaces, and extension of use. While there are a number of formal connections to and from various parts of the site, a series of informal connection have also been created based on ease of movement and access, possessing an embedded intelligence which needs to be considered. More images and architects' description after the break.

Pasture Project / Imbue Design

Kritiana Ross — Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Built on a pristine pasture in the spectacular presence of Mt. Olympus, this dwelling is rooted in the site and fostered by its residents. The owners sought a home that would operate on minimal energy, connect with its environment, promote family interaction and exude exceptional modern design.

Natural History Museum of Utah / Ennead Architects

Victoria King — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 02:00:50 +0000

Architect: Ennead Architects Architect of Record: GSBS Architects Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, USA Project Year: 2011 Photographs: Jeff Goldberg/Esto, Stuart Ruckman, Ben Lowry

H-House / Axis Architects

Oscar Lopez — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The H-House by Axis Architects, is a modern residence located high on Salt Lake City's East Bench on Devonshire. The living spaces of the house are oriented towards the expansive views of the valley and the Great Salt Lake. This modern residence offers commanding views of the entire city and its surroundings. Extensive site research, client interaction, and space planning combined with an exhaustive design process created this successful and beautiful private home. The views and interaction between the building and the site was a key element of the program, with outdoor recreational space in the rear of the house and balcony areas on the west side.

SWAY’D Interactive Public Art Installation / Daniel Lyman

Megan Jett — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000

In its essence, the installation’s seemingly un-orchestrated subtle movements are reminiscent of a field of grass or trees reacting from the wind. Though each rod sways independently to its own rhythm, each individual maintains harmony with the whole; all swaying together in a symphony orchestrated by the supple forces of nature - no one part more important than the whole.