Architecture
Demolishing the White House East Wing to build a ballroom embodies Trump’s heritage politics
Demolishing the White House East Wing to build a ballroom embodies Trump’s heritage politics Donald Trump’s administration is using architecture and heritage as tools of ideology and control to project power, shape national identity, and erase inclusive historical narratives. The Trump administration has issued executive orders declaring classical and traditional architectural styles the “preferred” design […]
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Where does your glass come from?
Where does your glass come from? The glass used in high-end architecture, such as Apple’s flagship stores, comes from limited sources around the world, including Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Australia, due to its high purity requirements. The production of low-iron glass, which is prized for its colorlessness, has a significant environmental impact, including energy consumption, greenhouse […]
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