George W. Bush Presidential Center Preserves Former US President’s Legacy With Innovative Architectural Design

George W. Bush, Presidential, Center, Dallas, Robert AM Stern, PPG, Coraflon, ADS, Coatings, Lumiflon, FEVE, Resin, Photography, Robert AM Stern Architects
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Nestled on the edge of Southern Methodist University’s Dallas campus, the 23-acre George W. Bush Presidential Center stands as a tribute to the 43rd President of the United States. Opened in 2013, this striking facility combines a museum and library, showcasing a replica of President Bush’s Oval Office and a model of the White House’s Rose Garden adapted to Texas's climate.
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Podcast 11: The Evolution and Benefits of Fluoropolymer Coatings in Water Tank Protection

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In the latest episode of the "In the Mix, Choosing the Right Coating Solution" podcast, industry experts Brian Cheshire and Kurt Fuller share insights into the world of coatings for water tanks. Brian Cheshire, Director of Sales for Water and Wastewater at Tnemec, and Kurt Fuller, COO of Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors, discuss the evolution of coatings, the importance of choosing the right mater...
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6 New Schools Designed With Custom Lumiflon-Imbued Fiber Cement Panels to Nurture A Passion for Learning

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In many societies, schools are an integral part of the community. They provide the foundation for children to learn and grow, eventually becoming part of society. In an effort to provide the foundation and structure needed for their children, the Victorian School Building Authority (VSBA) in Australia began a project to build six primary schools on the outer western suburbs of Melbourne. These schools are located on indigenous lands belonging to the Wurundjeri and Wathaurung peoples of the Kulin Nation.
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LEED Gold Certified Art Museum Serves As Cultural Bridge Within Community

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Situated in San Francisco’s Civic Center, the Asian Art Museum is described as home to one of the world’s finest collections of Asian art, with more than 18,000 pieces of art curated with the intention of inspiring museum-goers through Asian and Asian American art. Initially established more than 50 years ago, the premier art venue underwent a massive project in 2017, the $38 million endeavor made to accommodate large exhibitions as well as a contemporary art program. Designed by WHY Architecture, the new exhibition space, the Akiko Yamazaki and Jerry Yang Pavilion and East West Bank Art Terrace, was completed in 2020.
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Office Building Retrofitting Finds Inspiration in Japanese Art of Kintsukuroi

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Kintsukuroi, translating to “golden repair,” is the Japanese art of mending broken pottery with precious metals. The art regards the breakage and repair as part of the pottery’s history, and accentuates it rather than completely erasing or disguising it. Inspired by Kintsukuroi, designers at Gensler approached One Post Office Square with the intention of utilizing some of the already-existing features and enhancing it with architectural additions, creating something exquisite.
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