Thesis StatementThis thesis deconstructs POLO Ralph Lauren advertisements under the lenses of American lifestyle & values and feminist theory highlighting how interior design helps define the POLO Ralph Lauren brand, synonymous with the American Dream.AbstractDavis, Heather, POLO Ralph Lauren...
The role of the tavern has transitioned as America has attempted to redefine itself from a colonial society with a dependence on alcohol to a more controlled, restrained society. Taverns historically served as multifunctional spaces: community center, networking center, civic center,...
AbstractThe importance of human interaction in a third place, is supported by research of the unique yet essential characteristics found in informal public meeting places like the French salons of the 18th century, ancient Roman baths, Turkish hamams, Russian banyas, and Finnish saunas. These...
Over the past decade, the measurement forsustainable design has become a national standardizedpoint-based system. The U.S. GreenBuilding Council's (USGBC) measure, Leadershipin Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) RatingSystem, is the leading national standard for evaluatinga building's level...
Have you ever noticed teens huddled at a local mall, loitering by the convenience stores, congregated on busy streets, or just looking out of place? This is a typical scenario of many teens who want to socialize with no place to go in cities across the United States. With billions of dollars...
Historically, public markets served as the economic, cultural and social foundation of many cities such as Leadenhall Market in London, United Kingdom, Jardin Juarez and Market Hall in Juchitan, Mexico, and West Side Market in Cleveland, OH. With the rise of chain grocery stores and supermarkets,...