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The Boathouse: Re-Imagined
Out now is the second issue of AltDaily’s publication, Cannonball City. Inside, Thom and John Vitale have collaborated on an article about re-imagining the Boathouse, Norfolk’s legendary rock venue. To read about it, go grab a copy of Cannonball City, and for a longer version of the article, AltDaily’s post.
Coincidentally, the release of this article has found the Boathouse demolished. Bad news aside, this will lead to two other projects. Stay tuned!
What Do You See (the continuing saga of the Kiosk) at ArchEx East
The ELA class project that Thom has been engaged in for the whole of 2011 came to a conclusion at ArchEx East, the annual regional architecture convention which takes place each Fall at the Richmond Convention Center. The group presented the project to a group of attendees which included leaders in the professional and academic realms of the architectural discipline, such as key administrators and officers of the VSAIA, Virginia Tech Dean of CAUS Jack Davis, FAIA, and principals of prominent firms both regional AND national. Michelle Kaufmann, principal of Michelle Kaufmann Studio and the Keynote Speaker for the conference, attended the presentation and provided positive feedback.
Studios on Tap – AIGA Studio Tour
AIGA Hampton Roads started an annual studio tour called Studios on Tap. WPA is one of five spotlighted, along with 757 Creative Space, Grow Interactive, Keith Lanpher Photography, and We Are Titans.
Thanks AIGA Hampton Roads!
Studios on Tap – AIGA Studio Tour – Paul Costen Photos
Here are some more photos of the 2011 AIGA Hampton Roads Studios on Tap Tour, taken by our friend Paul Costen. Check out more of his work at PaulCosten.com.
First Landing State Park
WPA’s concept for turning First Landing State Park’s welcome center (Virginia Beach, VA) into an educational exhibit.
Downtown Norfolk Re-Imagining
WPA was hired to re-imagine this building on Monticello Avenue. We came up with two proposals. One option is a block-long arcade while the other splits the ground-level facade into individual storefront entrances.
Outdoor Cabana Completed
Completed outdoor cabana for a private residence in Virginia Beach, Virginia.
Boat Model
Fabrication for the structural elements for a boat’s front half.
The model is rotating on a stand.