Downtown architecture first captured my imagination when I was able to participate in the grand re-opening of the former First Security Building on 4th South and Main Street after its restoration by Wasatch Property Management. The building had just been placed on the National Register of Historical Places. There were photos from the building's construction and opening in … [Read more...]
Mini Houses Offer Some Big Advantages
Utah Stories examines the growing popularity of the U.S. mini-houses compared to European dachas and cottages. One hundred square feet of living space would cause McMansion owning suburbanites to cringe. However, urbanites who might already be accustomed to somewhat smaller quarters, are finding these little places quite appealing. The photos of these homes show a life … [Read more...]
Tumbleweed Mini-Houses Found Appealing by City Dwellers
Utah Stories examines the growing popularity of the U.S. mini-houses compared to european dachas and cottages. 100 square feet of living space would cause a McMansion owning suburbanites to cringe. However Urbanites, who might already be accustomed to somewhat small quarters, are finding these little places quite appealing. The photos of these homes show life surrounded by … [Read more...]
Artspace in Salt Lake City
How one blighted neighborhood was transformed over a 25-year-period into a community and cultural hub, but with an uncertain future today. AIA Utah will be vacating the Pierpont Avenue Artspace at the end of February due to the uncertainty of their new lease arrangement. The Broadway Lofts are one project of many, building condominiums in downtown Salt Lake … [Read more...]