The de Young Museum Revisited

Herzog & de Meuron’s de Young Museum in Golden Gate Park is nearly three years old. It’s time to review its design, construction, and landscaped setting. A tour of the building and grounds follows.

Book Review: Design for Ecological Democracy

This densely written and wonderfully illustrated book seeks answers to questions such as: what is wrong with the cities we have created and what can be done to correct our mistakes?

Pritzker Prize Winners with Charlie Rose

An insightful and lively discussion with Pritzker Prize Winners Jean Nouvel, Frank Gehry, Zaha Hadid and Renzo Piano on the Charlie Rose show from June 5, 2008. (56:00 min video)

BART Warm Springs Extension

The Warm Springs BART Station will be the southernmost station on the original Fremont line. The area was once known for spas and resorts that took advantage of its springs. A dry pond and solar entry pavilion at the BART station’s entrance will recall the origin of Warm Springs. The station’s simple roof form could be completely covered by photovoltaic panels.

Glen Park Community Plan

The Glen Park Community Plan is one of several planning efforts underway in the City’s transit-served neighborhoods. Glen Park with its BART station is a piece of the Citywide Action Plan to meet the need for housing and jobs.