Architecture

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Cincinnati is not only home to the works of world-renowned architects such as Zaha Hadid (the Contemporary Arts Center) and Daniel Libeskind (the Ascent at Roebling's Bridge), but also to dozens of architectural firms that are designing landmarks around the city and elsewhere. Firms such as FRCH Design Worldwide, GBBN Architects and KZF Design are leaving their marks on corporate headquarters, schools and universities, retail centers and public spaces.

Architecture Features

Putting polish on the Crown in OTR

Casey Coston Tuesday, June 18, 2013

The renovation of the much-admired but long-neglected Crown Building on the edge of Findlay Market is more than a story of timely real estate development. It's the tale of a creative and determined couple with a dedication to historic preservation and a deep belief in the value of living and working in the heart of Cincinnati.

Soapdish: Rhinegeist taps into history to build future

Casey Coston Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Over-the-Rhine brewery Rhinegeist, set to open this year, embodies a 21st century spirit of creativity and adventure in the neighborhood with roots in beer and city-building.

Shades of Grayscale: historic brewery revives to showcase local culture, spirits

Elissa Yancey Tuesday, April 16, 2013

On the site where the first brewery in Over-the-Rhine began operating in 1829, a new generation of artisans is redefining the boundaries of the historic neighborhood’s 21^st century renaissance.

Bayer Becker symposium awakens Cincinnati neighborhoods

Caitlin Koenig Tuesday, March 26, 2013

The Urban Awakenings series looks at redevelopment projects in four Cincinnati neighborhoods—Walnut Hills, Northside, Over-the-Rhine and East Price Hill—that are focusing on revitalization, and what developers can do to help.

Old kids on the block: Calhoun cornerstones offer alternatives

Kyle Stone Tuesday, March 05, 2013

As U Square at the Loop looms large, long-standing Calhoun Street businesses in Clifton hope for a long-awaited resurgence.

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Architecture Videos

The Queen City Project: CoSign

The Queen City Project Tuesday, January 08, 2013

Last fall, the neighborhood of Northside underwent a transformation thanks to a creative collaborative project known as CoSign. Neighborhood business owners partnered with local artists and the American Sign Museum to reshape the streetscape along Hamilton Avenue. Video courtesy The Queen City Project.

Cincinnati 2012

Rob Woodward Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Social media gives us many gifts. Take this video, for example, shared by many of SoapboxCincy's friends, that features our city's evolving landscape from Smale Riverfront Park to Washington Park. Video courtesy Rob Woodward, a full-time photographer for FOX19.

Epi-ventures' Cincinnati deConstructed: Karen Kahle, Findlay Market

Courtney Tsitouris Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Six businesses that started in Findlay Market last year have already expanded to second locations outside of the historic space. Findlay's resource development director Karen Kahle explains the beauty of Market economics and its nurturing culture. Video courtesy Epi-Venture's Courtney Tsitouris.

Art for All takes shape on city streets

Scott Beseler Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Soapbox's Scott Beseler takes a tour of the Taft Museum's innovative outdoor art experience, Art for All.

Emery Sessions: First of August

Emery Sessions Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Soapbox invites you to The Emery's first Final Friday this weekend, April 27. You'll hear tunes from the duo captured in this premiere video—Daniel Martin Moore and Joan Shelley. The Friday event is free and includes a visual arts exhibition, readings and a new spring seasonal from Christian Moerlein. Video courtesy The Emery Sessions.

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