America’s Most Endangered Historic Architecture

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We often focus on the newest architectural developments here on the blog, but today we're taking a look at older architecture. The National Trust for Historic Preservation recently released their 2012 list of America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. The NTHP has put out this list annually for 25 years in order to draw attention to hidden gems of … [Read more...]

Design for Glass Museum Expansion Released

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We love the understated design for the new addition to the Corning Museum of Glass featured in Architectural Record. Architect Thomas Phifer recently revealed his firm's design for the $64 million expansion, which is scheduled for completion by 2014. Founded in 1951 by Corning Glass Works and inspired by the Glass Center of the 1939 World's Fair, this … [Read more...]

Unique Hotel Architecture in Baja Wine Country

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Here at our Boston architecture and design firm, we create a wide variety of spaces, both public and private. We have worked on institutional and commercial projects that require common areas, work space, and other accommodations, as well as residential projects ranging from private homes to senior living facilities. Hotels are an interesting subject for an … [Read more...]

Riding to “Keep sMyelin”- Year 3

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Full of anticipation for this weekend, Monique, from Leslie Saul & Associates, will be participating in “The Cape Cod Getaway.”   This is the largest MS ride in New England, with riders cycling over 150 miles in two days from Boston to Provincetown, raising money for research projects and services for  people with Multiple Sclerosis. On the … [Read more...]

Das Haus Showcases Innovative German Engineering

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Cambridge design fans, don't miss out on Das Haus Tour! The German engineering showcase/traveling pavilion is here in Cambridge on its North American tour, providing an inside look at some impressive German innovations in home construction and solar energy. These advanced technologies offer a vision of sustainable construction and energy savings, so if you … [Read more...]

Can London’s Olympic Buildings Stand the Test of Time?

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Olympic fever is in full swing, and we're on board here at Leslie Saul & Associates! If you're just as excited as we are, there's plenty to keep you occupied until the Games begin in July. Vogue recently featured some striking photos of this year's Olympic athletes, but that's not the only Olympic eye candy available- let's not forget about the … [Read more...]

Cross-Laminated Timber Takes Green Building Technology to New Heights

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At Leslie Saul & Associates, we are not only LEED Accredited Professionals, but our Boston architecture firm is also a member of the US Green Building Council. We are committed to bringing great design together with sustainable, environmentally friendly techniques, so we always keep an eye on the latest green building products and … [Read more...]

When Art Meets Architecture

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Though art and architecture are related fields, architecture usually comes first, while art is used merely as an adornment of the existing space. But what happens when the two intersect? Art and architecture are becoming increasingly integrated, with stunning results. The Architects Newspaper recently featured a project that is a fantastic embodiment of … [Read more...]