For Immediate Release: January 8, 2009
Media Contact: Marketing and Communication Department
Spotlight on Design: OLIN
WHO/WHAT
From the restoration of in New York's Bryant Park Bryant Park, which has become a model for environmental, social, and economic sustainability to the landscape of the Washington Monument's 72-acre grounds that serve a vital cultural and civic role, providing a public space for demonstrations, celebrations, and recreation for millions of people annually, OLIN is recognized for innovative and sustainable place making.
Principals Laurie Olin, FASLA, professor, author, and one of the most renowned landscape architects practicing today; and David A. Rubin, ASLA, known for integrating his fine arts background with an interest in the natural world, discuss their work and philosophy on landscape and design that has guided the Philadelphia-based firm for more than 30 years. A book signing follows the lecture.
Spotlight on Design is sponsored by Lafarge, the world leader in construction materials, with additional support from the American Institute of Architects.
WHERE
National Building Museum
401 F Street NW
Washington, DC 20001 (Judiciary Square Metro, Red Line)
WHEN
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
6:30 – 8:00 pm
$12 Museum members and students; $20 non-members. Prepaid registration required. Walk-in registration based on availability. Register online or call 202.272.2448.
CONTACT
Marketing and Communications Department, 202.272.2448, ext. 3458
Project images available upon request. Register for a press pass.
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