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University of Arizona Poetry Center in Tucson by Line and Space, LLC

Sunday, September 18th, 2011

Article source: Line and Space, LLC

After nearly 50 years of patiently seeking out every new poetry publication, the University of Arizona amassed one of the finest collections of Contemporary Poetry in America. With collection in hand, the University set out to design its new home; a facility for archiving, research, reading, teaching, and contemplation.

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Architect: Line and Space, LLC
Name of Project: University of Arizona Poetry Center
Location: Tucson, Arizona

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Silvertree Residence in Tucson, Arizona by Secrest Architecure designed using AutoCAD

Tuesday, March 29th, 2011

The Silvertree residence is a study in how a small, dated, closed in and inwardly focused residence can be revived into an inspiring modern space that interacts with the outdoors.

Silvertree Residence

Architects: Secrest Architecure
Location: Tucson, Arizona
Completion Date : 2007
Materials: Integral color concrete block, butt joint and insulated glass windows, Douglas fir beams and ceiling, concrete floors, birch veneered plywood walls and soffits, rigid insulation, exposed steel beams, custom steel sash windows, custom Douglas fir sliding doors. Rusted patina, sheet metal fascias.
Awards: 2008 Merit Award from AIA Southern Arizona; 2008 Home of the year award in remodel category from AIA Southern Arizona and Tucson Lifestyle Home & Garden Magazine
Software used: Hand sketching and Autocad for the schematic design;Autocad for the construction documents.

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