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Interesting thoughts around the power of decentralizing the management of our commons…

We talked about the spectacular progress of civilization which whole of the society had the same rights. We talked about the same shape of building for everyone everywhere which people feel comfortable with. like the house, not the apartment. We noticed how details and too many ornaments will prevent progress in our society and civilizations. so we came back to simplicity for everything. We talked about Le Corbusier and our great modern architects. We talked about the American dream and when we want to progress we will move to the bigger cities and we said the biggest competition we will face is in our workplace. We discussed family as a core and root of our social interactions and the first community that accepted us officially. What is the problem here that makes us far from our family friends and community? Is it something good to be far from them? Has it made us weak or powerful? What are the benefits of having friends and family? What are the consequences of our progress in our social interactions? (especially with families) This progress will help us the be closer to the people or far. What are the consequences of our progress in our relationships with others?

The skyline is among the world’s most recognizable, from One World Trade Center to Empire State Building and more. Super-talls and their historic neighbors have helped shape the iconic urban silhouette we associate with the city today. In this article, Architectural Digest explores what led to the rise of 17 iconic NYC buildings.

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The skyline is among the world’s most recognizable, from One World Trade Center to Empire State Building and more. Super-talls and their historic neighbors have helped shape the iconic urban silhouette we associate with the city today. In this article, Architectural Digest explores what led to the rise of 17 iconic NYC buildings.

Miami Beach’s world-famous Art Deco district is equally renowned for its colorful buildings and the people-watching! But the scenes we enjoy today almost did not happen! You see, by the 1960s and 1970s, the now-famous buildings (many erected as inexpensive hotel accommodations in the 1930s) were dilapidated and in desperate need of repair. Some people thought it would be simpler to knock them down and replace them with high-rise hotels and condos. And they almost succeeded… I was on vacation in Miami Beach last week. On an architectural walking tour of the Art Deco District, I learned the surprising story of how the developers were foiled and the buildings saved for our enjoyment today. It’s an interesting story and… not surprisingly, there’s a change lesson here! What we see today is the fruit of the Miami Design Preservation League. Founded in 1976 in opposition to plans to demolish and build new buildings, they argued that these buildings were in fact a national asset to be preserved. Theirs was not an easy case to make. These buildings were in poor condition. They were not viewed as economic drivers for the local economy. And they were not old enough to be considered notable buildings! The activists fought hard. They lobbied. They leveraged influence. They negotiated. They made deals. And in the end, they prevailed! The National Register of Historic Places gave them a waiver, allowing the 1200 Art Deco buildings in Miami Beach to be recognized as a significant cultural asset. I’m always interested in the ways that people with a positive vision for change can persevere. Of course, they succeeded because they engaged and mobilized their stakeholders. Curious about how you can mobilize stakeholders to support your change process? Then check out this post for a free Leader’s Guide to Mapping Stakeholders. https://lnkd.in/eE-nK7GJ #RandelConsultingAssociates #GrowthLeaders #ChangeConsultant #GrowthSolutions #Leadership #BusinessLeadership #Strategy #Change #ChangeManagement #Personal

The skyline is among the world’s most recognizable, from One World Trade Center to Empire State Building and more. Super-talls and their historic neighbors have helped shape the iconic urban silhouette we associate with the city today. In this article, Architectural Digest explores what led to the rise of 17 iconic NYC buildings.

Hope to see you all next Tuesday for a thorough discussion on the future of development and construction in Seattle!

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Reimagining Lady Justice: A New Icon for London’s Skyline For centuries, St. Paul’s Cathedral stood as London’s tallest building, a symbol of faith and resilience. The Old Bailey, completed in 1907, reflected this legacy. Its copper dome, crowned by Pomeroy’s unblinded Lady Justice, was an intentional homage to St. Paul’s dominance over the skyline. Together, these icons symbolized law and morality as central to London’s identity. Yet, as London evolved, the skyline shifted. The Shard now soars above all, symbolizing modernity and innovation. Can the Old Bailey, once a reflection of St. Paul’s, reframe its role in this context? Berlin’s Reichstag offers a precedent. Its 1999 transformation by Foster + Partners, with a glass dome symbolizing transparency and democracy, honored the past while embracing a bold future. What if Lady Justice was similarly reimagined? Encased in a shard-like glass structure, her form could embody the transparency of law and the endurance of tradition. A modernized Old Bailey could spark global interest, connecting history with contemporary values while elevating London’s architectural narrative. This idea calls for an international design competition: how can we preserve the past, reflect the present, and build the future? Should Lady Justice rise again as a new icon of modern London? #LadyJustice #OldBailey #StPaulsCathedral #LondonSkyline #ArchitecturalHeritage #TransparencyInArchitecture #TheShard #ModernIcons #DesignCompetition #ReimaginingHistory #ArchitectureAndLaw #UrbanTransformation #GlobalDesignChallenge #IconicStructures #ArchitecturalInnovation #CivicIdentity