Celebrating the Extraordinary Life & Works of Frank Gehry (1929–2025)
Frank Gehry’s passing marks the close of a remarkable chapter in architectural history, one defined by fearless experimentation and daring creativity.
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How LUCE et Studio Architects Blends Story, Architecture, and Materials to Build Things That Matter
Jennifer Luce, founder of LUCE et Studio Architects, has always been drawn to the workshop-atelier model that values conversation, collaboration, and design. And it shows in both her work and her working relationships. With a rich family history in textile design and production, Luce’s design signature of using metals as story-bearing media has further burnished her firm's reputation for buildings that are resolutely modern and dependent on a high level of craft. When metalcrafting and design collaboration are needed, Luce calls Zahner. With Zahner as a partner in design, engineering, fabrication, and installation, Luce elevates metal from material to language, creating architecture that feels alive and enduring.
Maximizing Your Metal: How to Get the Most Yield from Sheet Goods
When designing with Zahner Materials, or any sheet goods for that matter, one of the smartest and most cost-effective moves you can make is to maximize material usage from standard sheet sizes. Efficient use of material not only keeps costs down but also helps you avoid those dreaded value engineering conversations that can derail the design vision.
Shadow and Shine: A Primer on Blackened Steel in Architectural Design
There's been a clear shift in contemporary design toward materials that embody drama and depth. And nothing captures that aura better than blackened steel and blackened stainless steel.
From sleek, minimalist interiors to bold, industrial facades, these dark-hued metals have been capturing the imagination of architects and designers alike for many years now. Let’s explore the origins, applications, appeal, and selection guidance for blackened metals.
Exploring the Experimental Edge: HKS and Zahner Reimagine What’s Possible
When the design vision pushes beyond the conventional, HKS turns to partners who thrive in the unknown. That’s why HKS LINE—an experimental studio within the global architecture firm—has forged a long-standing relationship with Zahner. From the mass-customized skin of SoFi Stadium to the story-etched perforations of Pacific Plaza Pavilion, the two teams have collaborated on projects that blend artistry, advanced computation, and real-world fabrication. With shared values of innovation, trust, and craft, HKS and Zahner are redefining what’s possible in architectural metal.