The quest to find and photograph a historic Seattle mansion that may soon face demolition Writer and amateur historian Jean Sherrard tells us about a Denny family mansion that may be on the chopping block John O'Brien Play AudioListen 5 mins
Could creativity transform medicine? These artists think so A new book argues that the arts have a role to play in shaking up the status quo in the American health care system and creating 'desperately needed culture change.' Mara Gordon
Sewer water will soon heat buildings in South Lake Union. It (allegedly) won’t smell Wastewater will be heating five large buildings along South Lake Union’s Dexter street and Mercer street, as part of a new pilot program in King County. Natalie Akane Newcomb
In France, workers build a castle from scratch the 13th century way Deep in a forest in the Burgundy region, a group of enthusiasts is building a castle the medieval way — no motorized machines included. Eleanor Beardsley Play AudioListen 6 mins
How two big Wall Street banks are rethinking the office for a post-pandemic future From more air circulation to well stacked pantries, JPMorgan Chase and BNP Paribas are seeking to make the office a draw at a time when work-from-home is becoming commonplace. David Gura Play AudioListen 4 mins
Meet the Seattle office buildings that could become your next apartment This week, the city concluded a design competition, in which architects submitted proposals to convert specific buildings. Libby Denkmann Play AudioListen 16 mins
More timeless than trendy, Sir David Chipperfield wins the 2023 Pritzker Prize The British architect is known for his crisp, understated, elegant work. "He enhances the quality of people's lives through a poetic sensation that always flows from his buildings," the jury said. Neda Ulaby
Black architects and designers of the Northwest celebrated in new MOHAI exhibit "From the Ground Up: Black Architects and Designers" is a traveling show, originally created for Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry. The exhibit has been updated to represent local, Black architects, like Benjamin F. McAdoo Jr., the first Black architect registered in Washington state. Libby Denkmann Play AudioListen 15 mins
Serenity, surprise, and delight: sharing the legacy of architect Minoru Yamasaki Seattle-born Minoru Yamasaki was one of the most prominent American architects of the 20th Century, best known for designing the first World Trade Center. His granddaughter, Katie Yamasaki, is sharing his story with new generations of would-be architects in her new book, “Shapes, Lines and Light: My Grandfather’s American Journey." Hans Anderson Play AudioListen 25 mins
Casual Friday with Crystal Fincher & Besa Gordon This week, a spanking new addition to the Seattle convention center has a hefty price tag. The city teamed up with SDOT to give 10,000 residents in affordable housing free unlimited orca cards. And we take a look at the *inner* beauty the city’s multifamily housing has to offer. Converge media’s Besa Gordon, and political consultant Crystal Fincher join us to break down the week. Brandi Fullwood Play AudioListen 20 mins
