Architecture Schools: Why don’t they teach classical alongside modernist Design?
Walk through any architecture school today, and you’ll notice something striking: the near-total absence of classical design in the curriculum. Corinthian columns, pediments, entablatures—these are treated more as relics of the past than as living elements of architectural language. Instead, students are trained to embrace modernism, minimalism, and the cutting edge. But why? How did […]
On Looking at Art :: an op-ed
It happens in a moment. You stand before a painting—perhaps something familiar, perhaps something new—and something shifts. It’s not a grand revelation, not quite, but a slight rearranging of the mind, like furniture being moved in a room you thought you knew. The world tilts. You blink. I have been thinking lately about how looking […]
How Looking at Art Changes Your Brain
Have you ever stood in front of a painting and felt something shift inside you? Maybe it was a burst of inspiration, a sense of calm, or even a deep emotional response you couldn’t quite explain. Science is beginning to uncover why art has such a profound impact on our minds—not just emotionally but neurologically. […]
Balancing Modern and Classical Architecture in a Rapidly Growing City Like Charleston, SC
Charleston, South Carolina, is a city where history breathes through cobblestone streets, antebellum mansions, and iconic church steeples. Its architectural heritage is one of the most well-preserved in the country, drawing millions of visitors each year. But as Charleston experiences rapid growth, the challenge emerges: how can the city embrace modernity while preserving its classical […]
Discovering Charleston: A Journey Through Bricks and Brushes
Exploring the Heart of CharlestonCharleston, known for its cobblestone streets and historic charm, is a city that tells stories through its architecture and art. At Bricks & Brushes Tours, we invite you to embark on an unforgettable journey that combines the beauty of historic buildings with the vibrancy of contemporary art.The Bricks: An Architectural OdysseyOur Bricks: […]
