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5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PM5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13Written by Karen Bruckner and Frances Anderton Dec. 07, 2020This week: learn how cities are helping - and hindering - solar power;listen to the history of 120 year-old Judson Studios and itscontributions to the art of stained glass; consider what's next in gasstation design; go back to the '80's to celebrate LeRoy Neiman's sportssketches for the Rocky movies; and catch a flick in a Hollywoodparking lot - it might even be cheaper than e 1 of 10
5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PMProperty Brothers' Jonathan Scott in his documentary Power Trip1) Solar Power and Social Justice x 2Power TripWith all the buzz about sustainable building, and great strides in greentechnology, you might think that renewable energy and other innovativesolutions are now accessible to all homeowners - because why not? Well itturns out that where you live has lot to do with what options are available.In the first of two events this week, Property Brothers' Jonathan Scott hostsa screening and panel discussion of his documentary 'Power Trip', a filmthat explores energy options for homeowners across the country andquickly finds how little choice the public has in how they source theirenergy. A panel following the screening will discuss the obstacles, inequitiesand opportunities facing solar consumers in California. PBS SoCal, CALSSA,Solar Rights Alliance, and KQED are co-presenters of the event and say thata focus will be on “equity and environmental justice" and "the burden offossil fuel pollution on people of color and low-income 7-13Page 2 of 10
5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PMWhen: Tuesday Dec 8, 6 - 8 pmWhere: RSVP here.Solutions of the Year'Solutions of the Year: How Cities Can Promote Environmental Justice inUnderserved Neighborhoods' is a discussion about nimble approaches bycities and communities to sustainability and renewable energy, in theabsence of federal leadership to protect the environment. Panelists are:Deepali Srivastava, Daphany Rose Sanchez, Michael Mendez and MatthewTucker. The discussion is presented by Next City, a nonprofit civic newsorganization focused on getting the word out on ways to make cities moreequitable. Hear about innovations that include: electric school buses thatreduce diesel pollution and send energy back to the city grid whilecharging; versatile and temporary installations that turn vacant propertiesinto healthy, usable public spaces; programs that give low-income residentsincreased access to renewable energy; and more.When: Thursday Dec 10, 10 am PSTWhere: RSVP here.Tickets: Pay what you can. This event is also a fundraiser for Next -architecture/5-design-things-to-do-dec-7-13Page 3 of 10
5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PMThe Resurrection window installation in progress, Leawood, KS (Photo –Judson Studios)2) Stained Glass from Gothic to Street Style, a conversation with DavidJudson and Steffie NelsonAt 124 years old, Judson Studios is the oldest family-owned stained glassstudio in America. Their first ever comprehensive exhibition was scheduledto open at Forest Lawn Museum in April 2020, but was postponed due toCOVID.While the exhibition, Judson Studios: Stained Glass from Gothic to StreetStyle, has yet to open, Forest Lawn Museum is hosting a virtual eventcelebrating the work of Judson Studios. Fifth generation president DavidJudson and writer Steffie Nelson, co-authors of their new book, JUDSON:Innovation in Stained Glass(Angel City Press), will sit down for hitecture/5-design-things-to-do-dec-7-13Page 4 of 10
5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PMconversation about the 124-year old Highland Park studio, moderated byMuseum Director James Fishburne.The book, published in March, shines a light on the contemporary andhistoric practices of stained glass. It charts the history of this worldrenowned family of artisans who began crafting stained glass windows inLos Angeles in 1897, including working with Frank Lloyd Wright onHollyhock House in the 1920s.When: Wednesday, Dec 9, 7:00 - 8:15 pmWhere: RSVP here.Tickets: Free3) Gas Stations: Pump to Plug SymposiumGas stations are symbolic of Los Angeles and have been an incubator forinnovative architecture across Southern California for the better part of acentury. But as parity between electric and gas-powered vehiclesapproaches and climate change accelerates, this building type is ripe forreassessment.That's according to Christopher Hawthorne, Chief Design Officer for theCity of Los Angeles. He invited a group of architects and ge 5 of 10
5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PMarchitects to make proposals for an alternative energy infrastructure.The schemes -- by Abalos Sentkiewicz; Inaba Williams Architects; MOSArchitects; Perkins Will;Spiegel Aihara Workshop (SAW); Woods Bagot -- will be presented anddiscussed for the first time at a virtual symposium Friday.Pump to Plug addresses the challenges and opportunities posed — inurban, architectural and environmental terms — by the transition toelectrified mobility. The teams were challenged to produce forward-lookingproposals in three categories: the design of charging stations, the future ofgas station sites across L.A., and charging facilities for an electrified longhaul trucking fleet.This is presented in collaboration with the 3rd LA public-affairs series atUSC's Academy in the Public Square and the Los Angeles CleantechIncubator.When: Friday, Dec 11, 1:00 - 5:30 pmWhere: RSVP here.Tickets: architecture/5-design-things-to-do-dec-7-13Page 6 of 10
5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PMLeRoy Neiman, Sylvester Stallone in Rocky IV, May 1 19854) Age Before Beauty, an exhibition of LeRoy Neiman’s sketches fromthe set of the Rocky films35 years after Rocky Balboa threw an uppercut to (spoiler alert) knockoutRussia's Ivan Drago in Rocky IV comes 'Age Before Beauty', an exhibition ofLeRoy Neiman’s sketches from the set of the Rocky films.Neiman became a household name in postwar America through hisdrawings and sketches, often done live at sporting events and presented ontelevision broadcasts. In 1982, Neiman was cast in Rocky II - fittingly - as hitecture/5-design-things-to-do-dec-7-13Page 7 of 10
5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PMringside sketch artist, and went on to have cameo rolls and continuedsketching on set throughout the remainder of the series.Staged at the historic Gleason's Boxing Gym in Brooklyn, NY, the onlineexperience features 25 of Neiman's Rocky sketches positioned all over thegym—in the ring, on workout equipment, alongside sweaty communalgloves, storied memorabilia, and vintage LeRoy Neiman match posters.“LeRoy loved being on set for the Rocky movies, which brought together somany of his favorite themes,” said Tara Zabor, executive director of TheLeRoy Neiman and Janet Byrne Neiman Foundation, co-presenters of theexhibition with Seasons gallery. “Boxing, celebrity, friendship, underdogs.it’s all there on screen, in big, dramatic colors.”When: Now through January 10Where: Staged at Gleason's Boxing Gym, Brooklyn. Online at SeasonsGallery LA.Tickets: architecture/5-design-things-to-do-dec-7-13Page 8 of 10
5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PM5) Cinelounge Drive-In Hollywood opens behind Egyptian TheaterWith theaters closed, Drive-In movies are the hottest ticket in town, andunder-utilized parking lots across greater Los Angeles - including venueslike the Rose Bowl and Santa Monica Airport - have been re-purposed toget in on the action.But what about the more densely built neighborhoods? Enter a drive-inexperience in the heart of Hollywood. Cinelounge Hollywood, known forarthouse, genre, and independent cinema, is using a parking lot behind theEgyptian Theater to host a 40 car, 7 nights-a-week Drive-In movie theaterwith a slate of new and classic films, and special eventscreenings. Additional plans for the outdoor space include laser light showswith DJ Lino Meoli, as well as art installations. “Cinelounge Drive-In chitecture/5-design-things-to-do-dec-7-13Page 9 of 10
5 design things to do Dec 7 - 13 KCRW1/14/21, 12:16 PMaiming to offer daytime programming with talk-backs as well. We arepositioning ourselves as a fluid and flexible location," said Cinelounge CEOand founder Christian Meoli.Tickets and concessions are available for purchase online in advance only.The venue holds only 40 cars, so tickets can sell out quickly.When: Now screening nightlyWhere: Arena Cinelounge Hollywood, 1625 N Las Palmas Ave, Los Angeles90028Tickets: You can find event listings and tickets here. Advance -7-13Page 10 of 10
05.02.2021 · Russia's Ivan Drago in Rocky IV comes 'Age Before Beauty ', an exhibition of LeRoy Neiman’s sketches from the set of the Rocky films. Neiman became a household name in postwar America through his drawings and sketches, often done live at sporting events and presented on television broadcasts. In 1982, Neiman was cast in Rocky II - fittingly - as a. 5 design things to do Dec
