Gucci Spring/Summer 2009 Sale

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Architecture: Two Works of Minoru Yamasaki

Best known for his design of the now destroyed World Trade Center Towers 1 and 2, Japanese-American architect Minoru Yamasaki captured the essence of what has been described as "romanticised modernism". Here are several photos I recently took of two of Yamasaki's works: 1). The College of Education Building located at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan 2). The Helen L. DeRoy Auditorium also located at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan.

The large windows in The College of Education Building are atypical of Yamasaki's Design. Many of his buildings feature small or no windows due to Yamasaki's fear of heights.

The covered walkway known as a loggia was designed to shield people from Detroit's harsh winter weather.

A view of The College of Education Building.

The Helen L. DeRoy Auditorium lacks windows, but features large glass doors, flower like arches, and a water filled moat.

A side view of The Helen L. DeRoy Auditorium.

Double RL Jeans by Ralph Lauren

In today's world of ever changing style, it is important to note that some pieces of clothing are timeless. One of the best examples of Classic American Style are Double RL Jeans by Ralph Lauren. Named after Ralph Laurens ranch in Colorado, these jeans are made of only the finest Japanese Selvedge Denim which in many cases is dyed with real Indigo (unlike the synthetic dyes used today). The jeans themselves are made in The United State of America which in my opinion gives them a greater feeling authenticity as they tend to have an old west flare. Double RL Jeans come in a variety of cuts and washes and range in price from $185-$1500. Available in the U.S. at select Ralph Lauren Flagship Stores and from stand alone Double RL stores:

California

8150 Melrose Ave.

Los Angeles, CA 90046

(323) 944-0301

New York

271 Mulberry St.

New York, NY 10012

(212) 343-1934