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ARCHITECT TALK: STANLEY TIGERMAN

In what would be late architect Stanley Tigerman’s last public lecture, the visionary designer and theorist reflects on his career, the state of the profession and the worth of architecture itself. With generous insights, wit and candor, this video from our archives is vintage Tigerman.

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ENCHANTED GARDEN WALKING TOUR

Reconnecting with green spaces in your neighborhood is a great way to keep cabin fever at bay. CAC docent Leanne Star shares a favorite getaway in her neighborhood, for an easy Evanston walking tour.

ARCHITECTURE ESSENTIALS

Saturday, April 4 at 1pm and Tuesday, April 7 at 7pm

Register to join CAC Director of Interpretation Adam Rubin online for a free, 45-minute presentation about the basics of Chicago’s architecture. This web-based session is geared toward emerging architecture enthusiasts and will also enhance your understanding of CAC tours and programs. Additional CAC Live events will be announced in future issues of CAC@Home.

FOR THE FAMILY

What do you do with an idea?

Gather ’round for Architecture Story Time! This episode features The New York Times bestseller “What Do You Do With an Idea?” by Kobi Yamada.

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CAC RECOMMENDS

PODCASTS, BOOKS AND FILMS

While CAC docents, staff members and volunteers practice safe spatial distancing, we’re returning to old favorites and exploring new releases to rediscover why design matters. Here are a few recent discoveries highlighting the buildings and architects of Modernism, a style that revolutionized our visual landscape in the mid-20th century.

ONE MORE THING

CAC Industry Council member bKL Architecture is doing its part during the COVID-19 crisis by creating face shields, primarily for use by healthcare workers. The firm recently purchased six additional 3D printers in order to increase its capacity. Follow the link below to learn more.

“Architects Rally to Make Protective Gear for Healthcare Workers” —Joann Gonchar, FAIA, Architectural Record

BUILDING QUIZ ANSWERS

Here are the answers to last week's rooftop bar and garden quiz!

Photo 1: Cerise Rooftop atop the Virgin Hotel

Photo 2: RAISED | An Urban Rooftop Bar atop the Renaissance Chicago Downtown Hotel

Photo 3: LH Rooftop atop LondonHouse Chicago

THE LATEST

The CAC is committed to providing a safe experience for its entire community of members, staff, visitors, volunteers and tour attendees. Visit our COVID-19 information page for the latest updates.

Your support today is crucial to the stability of the CAC through this crisis. We hope we can count on you to make a gift—at any level that is comfortable for you—to help us weather this storm. Please consider supporting the CAC today with a tax-deductible donation, online at architecture.org/donate.

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IN MEMORIAM

The CAC mourns the recent deaths of Michael McKinnell and Michael Sorkin due to complications from COVID-19. Follow the links below to learn more about their unique contributions to the field of architecture.

“In tribute to Michael McKinnell, the Heroic architect behind Boston City Hall” —Michael Kubo, Mark Pasnik and Chris Grimley, The Architect’s Newspaper

“Michael Sorkin, 71, Dies; Saw Architecture as a Vehicle for Change” —Joseph Giovannini, The New York Times

Above: Conceptual rendering of Michael Sorkin’s design for pedestrian bridges for Shenzhen, China. Image courtesy of Michael Sorkin Studio.