Modlar Digest June 21st

Glass Façades

Have a look at - and into - these beautiful glass façades.

Top 5 Reasons to Consider Scandinavian Architecture

One style that has been very popular for some time now, is Scandinavian influenced design. The good thing about Scandinavian architecture is that it always looks modern and rarely looks outdated, can complement its location and blend in well with any environment (even outside of Scandinavia). It is beautifully simple as well as simply functional whilst looking natural and almost as if it has grown organically in the natural world. Here are 5 reasons why you should be considering Scandinavian architecture for your next building project:

The Modern Architect S4E9 with Rick Bonilla

In this episode of The Modern Architect, Tom speaks with Rick Bonilla, council member of San Mateo California. Rick served as mayor for San Mateo in 2018. He was appointed to the city council in January 2015 and elected in November 2015 to a two-year term. He has also served as chair of San Mateo's planning commission.

The Modern Architect S4E10 with Kimberly Dowdell and Bryan Hudson

Next up is an episode with two exciting guests: Kimberly Dowdell and Bryan Hudson.

Kimberly is President of NOMA, the National Organization of Minority Architects. Bryan is Executive Officer and 2017-2018 President of the National Organization of Minority Architects.

The Modern Architect S4E11 with Natalie Alavi

Lastly, Tom talks to Natalie Alavi, President of NBA Engineering, Inc.

NBA Engineering Inc provides mechanical and electrical engineering design and construction management services. They have offices in San Francisco, Oakland and Los Angeles, with LEED-accredited professionals on staff since 1994. NBA Engineering has also been helping the environment through innovative designs.