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Forever Modern® recognizes the profound significance of Modernist principles, expresses our deep dedication to what is current and relevant, and establishes a complete arc of time that speaks to the power of legacy — connecting past, present and future.

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5/14/25

Rudolph Schindler: The Quiet Radical Who Reshaped Modernist Architecture

5/12/25

Making a Splash: The Joys of Learning to Swim as an Adult

5/7/25

Mahjong Meetups in Chicago: Building Community One Tile at a Time

5/5/25

Richard Neutra: The Legacy of a Modernist Visionary

4/30/25

Ed Paschke: Chicago Imagist and His Enduring Legacy

4/28/25

Discovering Chicago’s Icons with CityPASS®

4/23/25

Thawed Out Music Festival Brings Warm Vibes to Chicago’s iO Theater

4/21/25

Swinging into Spring: Scottsdale Jazz Festival 2025

4/16/25

EXPO Chicago 2025: Showcasing the Best in Contemporary Art at Navy Pier

4/14/25

Regenerative Architecture: Building Beyond Sustainability

4/9/25

Marveling at Spring Desert Blooms in Scottsdale

4/7/25

Hidden Gems: A Day Trip from Chicago to Galena

4/2/25

Anni Albers: Weaving Modernism into the Fabric of Design

3/31/25

Hat Bars in Scottsdale: Where Western Style Meets Modern Fun

3/26/25

Discovering a World of Artistic Exploration: The Other Art Fair in Chicago’s Ravenswood Neighborhood

3/24/25

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema: Elevating the Moviegoing Experience in Wrigleyville

3/19/25

The History and Wellness Benefits of Tea

3/17/25

Women in Architecture: Marina Tabassum’s Visionary Approach to Sustainable Modernism

3/12/25

Manuel Sandoval: The Forgotten Craftsman Behind Modern Design

3/10/25

Finding Mental Clarity and Motivation Through Japanese Philosophy: Small Steps to Lasting Change

3/5/25

Exploring “Woven Being: Art for Zhegagoynak Chicagoland” at Northwestern’s Block Museum

3/3/25

Hidden Gems: Discover Joan Waters at Cattle Track Arts & Preservation

2/26/25

Fostering Connection and Resilience Through Community-based Design

2/24/25

Leading the Way in Sustainable Living: Optima®’s Commitment to Induction Technology

2/19/25

Women in Architecture: Beatrice Galilee—A Visionary Curator and Champion of Contemporary Design

2/17/25

Exploring “The Living End: Painting and Other Technologies 1970–2020” at the MCA Chicago

2/12/25

De-stress and Recharge: Amenities and Services for Well-Being at Optima® Communities

2/8/25

Hidden Gems: “Save Ferris” on a Self-guided John Hughes North Shore Tour

2/4/25

Saddle Up for the 2025 Cochise Cowboy Poetry & Music Festival

2/3/25

Women in Architecture: Yvonne Farrell and Shelley McNamara

1/29/25

Teeing Off 2025 with the WM Phoenix Open: A Scottsdale Spectacle

1/27/25

Get Crafty: Learn to Crochet with Firefly Fiber Arts Studio

1/22/25

Hidden Gems: The Chicago Film Society

1/20/25

Exploring the History of Gillson Park: A Wilmette Treasure

1/15/25

Reflecting on Legacy: “Let’s Talk: Remembering MLK” at the Skokie Heritage Museum

1/13/25

Celebrating 2024 and Building a Bright 2025

1/8/25

Experience the Great Outdoors: Robert’s Yukon Adventure Day in Glenview

1/6/25

Hiking the Trails Near Scottsdale in Winter

1/2/25

Hidden Gems: The Monroe Street Abbey in Phoenix

12/30/24

The Visionary World of the Chicago Imagists

12/26/24

Celebrate the Holidays by Exploring Scottsdale’s Vibrant Contemporary Art Galleries

12/23/24

Sliding into Winter Fun: The Best Sledding Hills Near Optima® Communities

12/18/24

Get Crafty: Discover the Art of Glass Blowing in Chicago

12/16/24

Women in Architecture: Frida Escobedo – A Visionary Bridging Tradition and Modernity

12/11/24

A Theatrical Holiday Treat: Every BRILLIANT Thing at the Writers Theatre

12/9/24

Beet is the New Black: Exploring the Color Trend in Architecture and Design

12/4/24

Ballet Arizona’s The Nutcracker: A Timeless Holiday Tradition

12/2/24

Get Crafty: Discovering Creativity at Lillstreet Art Center

11/27/24

Experience the Magic of Chicago’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

11/25/24

The Influence of Modernism in Information Visualization Design

11/20/24

Celebrate the Joy of Music at Arizona Musicfest’s 2024-25 Season

11/18/24

Women in Design: Celebrating Legacy and Innovation with Llisa Demetrios at the Eames Institute

11/13/24

Scottsdale’s Path to Healthier Living: The Blue Zones Project and the Power 9® Principles

11/11/24

Canal Convergence 2024: Scottsdale’s Premier Art Event Returns to the Waterfront

11/6/24

The Magic of Desert Living

11/4/24

Bringing Nature Home: Exploring Chicago’s Seed Library

10/30/24

“Get Crafty”: The Weaving Mill in Chicago

10/28/24

Chicago’s Historic Hull House: A Beacon of Social Reform

10/23/24

Lina Ghotmeh: An Architect Merging Memory, Nature, and Innovation

10/21/24

The History of Food Trucks: From Chuck Wagons to a Modern Culinary Movement

10/16/24

Arts in the Dark Parade Lights Up Downtown Chicago

10/14/24

Preserve and Protect: The “AppreciateAZ” Program

10/9/24

Origins: How Chicago’s The Second City Came to Be

10/7/24

Enjoy Local Flavor at the Scottsdale Farmers Market

10/2/24

Celebrate Autumn at the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Annual Fall Festival

9/30/24

Preserving the Natural Environment Through Sustainable Landscaping

9/25/24

Optima Lakeview® Recognized for Its Green Architecture

9/23/24

Women in Architecture: Carme Pigem

9/18/24

Current Trends in Longevity: Embracing a Longer, Healthier Life

9/16/24

Preserving Black Modernist Architecture: A Legacy of Innovation and Cultural Identity

9/11/24

Celebrate Creativity at the Lakeview East Festival of the Arts

9/9/24

Visit the Mesa Arts Center This Fall

9/5/24

“Music is Liquid Architecture, Architecture is Frozen Music”: Exploring Dimensions of Beauty at Optima®

9/3/24

Exploring the Wonders of Nature: The Parsons Field Institute at McDowell Sonoran Conservancy

8/28/24

Bike the Drive 2024: Experience Chicago Like Never Before

8/26/24

Women in Architecture: Gae Aulenti

8/21/24

The Future of Sports: Northwestern University’s New Ryan Field

8/19/24

Urban Design in Vienna: A Gender-Conscious Approach

8/14/24

Exploring the Lincoln Park Conservatory

8/12/24

An Evening of Music and Community: Evanston Symphony Orchestra’s Free Open Air Pops Concert

8/7/24

The Joys of Hiking the Papago Park Trails

8/5/24

Designing for a Sustainable Future

7/31/24

Discover Optima®’s Commercial Tenants: Guidepost Montessori

7/29/24

Celebrating a True Modernist Visionary: Alden Dow

7/24/24

Discover the Flavors of Chicago at Taste of Lincoln Avenue

7/22/24

Women in Architecture: Tatiana Bilbao

7/17/24

Discover Optima®’s Commercial Tenants: Jennifer Villamil, Reform Studios

7/15/24

Get Ready for WNBA All-Star 2024 in Phoenix: July 18-20, 2024

7/10/24

Ramova Theatre: A Cultural Haven in Chicago’s Bridgeport Neighborhood

7/8/24

Discover Optima®’s Commercial Tenants: Brooke Graves, CEO & Owner, Kaleidoscope Juice

7/3/24

Discovering Tranquility: The Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix

7/1/24

Women in Design: Celebrating May Morris

6/26/24

Low-Carbon Concrete: A Breakthrough in Sustainable Construction

6/24/24

The Wonders of Petrified Forest National Park

6/19/24

Art in the Village: A Celebration of Creativity and Community

6/17/24

Optima® Voices: Interview with Jodi Gabler, General Manager at Optima Sonoran Village®

6/12/24

Discovering the Wonders of the Boyce Thompson Arboretum

6/10/24

Women in Design: The Inspiring Journey of Lady Frances Sorrell

6/5/24

Discover Optima®’s Commercial Tenants: Kimberly Mack, SKIN Laser & MedSpa

6/3/24

Celebrating a Chicago Tradition: The 2024 Grant Park Music Festival

5/30/24

Women in Architecture: Elsa Prochazka

5/28/24

Green Grazing: How Goats are Advancing Sustainability

5/22/24

Driving Luxury Home: Golf Amenities in Optima® Communities

5/20/24

Optima® Voices: Interview With Christine Kleronomos, Resident Leasing Manager at Optima Signature®

5/15/24

Experiencing Memory and Humanity: The Illinois Holocaust Museum

5/13/24

Savor the Flavor of Arizona: 2024 Spring Restaurant Week

5/8/24

Exploring the Health Benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation

5/6/24

Exploring the Rhythms of the World: The Musical Instrument Museum in Scottsdale

5/1/24

Inside Optima®: Resident Stories, Interview with Arielle Band, “Lunch With Friends” Founder at Optima Lakeview®

4/29/24

Exploring the Health Benefits of Indoor Cycling

4/24/24

Women in Architecture: Ethel Mary Charles

4/22/24

Exploring the Health Benefits of Strength Training

4/17/24

Exploring Artist Ellison Keomaka’s Soulful Journey

4/15/24

Exploring the Health Benefits of Pilates: A Journey Towards a Stronger Self

4/10/24

Optima® Voices: Interview with Tanya Osman, Property Manager at Optima Signature®

4/8/24

Discovering History Through Taste: Optima® Scottsdale Residents Dive into Culinary Heritage

4/3/24

Optima® Voices: Interview with Emily Etland, Chicago Regional Manager at Optima®

4/1/24

Backgammon Basics: A Classic Game at Optima® Communities

3/27/24

Optima® Voices: Interview with Tracy Ratdavong, Assistant Property Manager at Optima Verdana®

3/25/24

Inside Optima®: Resident Stories, Interview with Shirley Moffs, Book Club Member at Optima Sonoran Village®

3/20/24

Inside Optima®: Resident Stories, Interview with Susan Grace, Resident at 7140 Optima Kierland®

3/18/24

Soundscaping in Architecture

3/13/24

Inside Optima®: Resident Stories, Interview with Jen Dole, Pickleball League Member at Optima Lakeview®

3/11/24

Mirco-housing: How Architects are Adapting to Space Limitations

3/5/24

Women in Architecture: Lois Lilley Howe

3/4/24

Optima® Voices: Conversation with Aleks Milic, Leasing Manager at Optima Kierland Apartments®

2/28/24

Our Guide to the Celebration of Fine Art Scottsdale

2/26/24

Billiards 101: A Timeless Blend of Strategy and Social Connection

2/21/24

Discover Optima’s Commercial Tenants: Lily Liou, Bedazzled

2/19/24

Exploring the Health Benefits of Cold Plunges

2/14/24

Exploring the Clarke-Ford House: A Journey Through Chicago’s Architectural Past

2/12/24

Discover Optima’s Commercial Tenants: David Saginur, GoodVets

2/7/24

Women in Architecture: Raili Peitilä

2/5/24

Exhibitions You Can’t Miss in 2024

1/31/24

Health Benefits of Massage Therapy

1/29/24

Greenspace Spotlight: Optima Verdana®

1/24/24

A Guide to Scottsdale Western Week

1/22/24

How Diversity in Architectural Styles Lends Vibrancy to Communities

1/18/24

Shuffleboard 101: A Blend of History, Fun, and Community

1/16/24

Women in Architecture: Itsuko Hasegawa

1/10/24

A Guide to Chicago’s 2024 Restaurant Week

1/8/24

What Pantone’s Color of the Year Tells us About 2024 Trends

1/4/24

Furniture Spotlight: Verner Panton Cloverleaf Sofa

1/2/24

A Brief History of the Streamline Moderne Movement

12/28/23

2023: Year in Review

12/26/23

Women in Architecture: Sigrid Lorenzen Rupp

12/20/23

Ellison Keomaka Art at 7190 Optima Kierland

12/18/23

Exploring the McDowell Sonoran Preserve

12/13/23

Women in Architecture: Sheila Sri Prakash

12/11/23

Taking a Look at Non-extractive Architecture

12/6/23

Ellison Keomaka Art at Optima Verdana

12/4/23

How Architecture is Working to Combat Dementia

11/29/23

Women in Architecture: Margarete Schütte-Lihotzky

11/27/23

The Benefits of Living Under Green Roofs

11/22/23

Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park Unfolded

11/20/23

Optima’s Guide to Thanksgiving 2023

11/15/23

Women in Architecture: Ada Louise Huxtable

11/13/23

Culinary Modernism: Cloth and Flame

11/8/23

The Soleri Bridge and Plaza

11/6/23

Women in Architecture: Elizabeth Diller

11/1/23

The 2023 Canal Convergence

10/30/23

The Scottsdale Civic Center

10/25/23

Great Chicago Writers: Gwendolyn Brooks

10/23/23

Chicago Architectural Biennial 2023: This Is a Rehearsal

10/18/23

Discover the McDowell Sonoran Preserve

10/16/23

Women In Architecture: Rivera Marín

10/11/23

Optima and the 2023 Chicago Marathon: A Neighborhood Affair

10/9/23

Phoenix’s Fabulous Fox West Coast Theater: Then and Now

10/4/23

Get Ready to Watch the Chicago Marathon

10/2/23

Great Chicago Writers: Jane Addams

9/27/23

Visit the Shakespeare Garden at Northwestern University

9/25/23

Exploring the Mitchell Museum of the American Indian

9/20/23

Highlights Near Optima Verdana®: Green Bay Trail

9/18/23

Exploring The Oak Park Conservatory

9/13/23

Discover The National Museum of Mexican Art

9/11/23

Noble-Seymour-Crippen House – Chicago’s Oldest Existing Building

9/7/23

Wilmette Spotlight: Wilmette Historical Museum

9/5/23

Oz Park in Lincoln Park

8/30/23

Yoko Ono’s – Skylanding

8/28/23

Garden of the Phoenix in Jackson Park

8/23/23

Montrose Point Bird Sanctuary – Where Magic Meets Feathers

8/21/23

Nic Behrends Team Member Spotlight

8/16/23

Friday Morning Swim Club

8/14/23

What to Expect When Moving to Arizona from California?

8/14/23

Top Things to Do on Chicago’s North Shore

8/14/23

Then and Now: The Sahara Motor Inn

8/9/23

Returning to Oak Park: Ernest Hemingway’s Birthplace Museum

8/7/23

Then and Now: The Remarkable Rebirth of the Hotel Adams

8/2/23

Great Writers Series: Mary Hunter Austin

7/31/23

Returning to Oak Park: The Wright House

7/26/23

Odile Decq: The Rockstar of Modern Architecture

7/24/23

Unearthing the Desert’s Splendor at the Desert Botanical Garden

7/19/23

Alexander Girard: A Vibrant Symphony of Modern Design

7/17/23

Are Stained Glass Windows Out of Style?

7/12/23

Women in Architecture: Elisabeth Scott

7/10/23

The Writers Theatre in Glencoe

7/5/23

The Arthur B. Heurtley House: A Testament to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Design Evolution

6/28/23

Chicago’s Inaugural NASCAR Street Race Experience

6/28/23

Interior Design Tips to Make Your Apartment a Home

6/26/23

Revisiting Gillson Park: Your Perfect Summer Destination

6/22/23

Welcome to Ravinia

6/20/23

The Villa Savoye in Poissy

6/14/23

Exploring Wilmette: Chicago Botanic Garden

6/12/23

Chicago Sculpture Spotlight: Ceres by John Bradley Storrs

6/7/23

Phoenix Architecture Spotlight: The David and Gladys Wright House

6/5/23

Exploring Wilmette: Plaza del Lago

6/1/23

Edward Dart’s St. Augustine Episcopal Church

5/30/23

Modernist Designs Revisited: Don’t Worry Darling

5/24/23

The Natural Splendor of Elmwood Dunes Preserve

5/23/23

Best Restaurants in Scottsdale

5/22/23

Women in Architecture: Glenda Kapstein

5/17/23

2023 Modernism Road Rally Tour

5/15/23

Inside The Newest Tower at Optima Kierland Apartments: A Closer Look at the New and Evolving Amenities With Barbie Clemons

5/10/23

John Lautner’s Journey Through Space and Form

5/8/23

Scottsdale Architecture Spotlight: Hotel Valley Ho

5/3/23

Edward Dart: A Bullseye Through The Heart of Architecture

5/2/23

Women in Architecture: Violeta Autumn

4/26/23

George Frederick Keck: How A Modernist Master Shaped the Chicago Skyline

4/24/23

Alison and Peter Smithson: The Dynamic Duo That Transformed Modern Architecture

4/19/23

Ralph Haver: The Unsung Brilliance of A Mid-Century Arizona Architect

4/17/23

In the Shadows of Giants: The Overlooked Genius of Harry Weese

4/12/23

Isamu Noguchi’s Freeform Sofa: A Timeless Classic in Optima Signature®

4/10/23

Al Beadle: The Mid-Century Modern Master in Phoenix

4/5/23

Local Wilmette Landmarks: Frank J. Baker House

4/3/23

Woman in Architecture: Eulie Chowdhury

3/29/23

Villa Weil: A French Modern Masterpiece

3/27/23

Wilmette Landmarks: Robert and Suzanne Drucker House

3/22/23

How Space Affects Mood

3/20/23

The Softline Opera Chair: A Symphony of Possibilities

3/15/23

Why Xeriscaping Matters

3/13/23

Women in Architecture: Georgia Louise Harris Brown

3/8/23

How Rainwater Harvesting Heals The Earth

3/6/23

The Oak Circle Historic District

3/3/23

Arizona Mid-Century Modern Architecture

3/2/23

The Cranbrook Connection: Right Place, Right Time

2/23/23

Landscape + Light: David Wallace Haskins at the Edith Farnsworth House

2/21/23

Women in Architecture: Elizabeth Wilbraham

2/15/23

Megan Hernandez Team Member Spotlight

2/13/23

An Eero, A Deere, and Clouds: How John Deere and Eero Saarinen Inspired Georgia O’Keeffe’s Largest Painting

2/8/23

Optima + Sustainability Series: EV Parking

2/6/23

Super Bowl LVII Live in Phoenix

2/1/23

Women In Architecture: Eva Hagberg

1/30/23

One Bedroom Luxury Apartments in Scottsdale

1/30/23

Chicago Public Art Spotlight: Agrifolia Majoris

1/26/23

Things to Do for Fun in Scottsdale

1/25/23

2023 Design Trends: Designing The World of Tomorrow

1/23/23

Waste Management Phoenix Open

1/19/23

Scottsdale Public Art: Impulsion

1/17/23

Growing Your Own Herbs at Optima Verdana®

1/11/23

Exploring Scottsdale: Barrett-Jackson, The World’s Greatest Collector Car Auction

1/9/23

Trending Now: Play the 5,000-Year-Old Royal Game of Ur

1/5/23

The Role of the Courtyard in Optima® Communities

1/3/23

Women in Architecture: Mary Jane Long

12/29/22

2022: A Year in Review

12/27/22

A Look at Frank Lloyd Wright’s Unsold Designs

12/21/22

Conceptualizing the Future of Furniture

12/19/22

Celebrating the Holidays Around Optima Communities

12/14/22

How Denmark is Leading the Movement in Sustainable Architecture

12/12/22

A Brief History of Potawatomi Architecture

12/7/22

The Benefits of Living With a View

12/5/22

Women in Architecture: Sophia Hayden Bennett

11/30/22

Being a Good Neighbor Makes a Difference

11/28/22

Trending Now: A Brief History of Ping-Pong

11/23/22

Gjenge Makers: Transforming Tradition and Community

11/21/22

Architectural Treasures of Phoenix & Scottsdale

11/16/22

Women in Architecture: Isabel Roberts

11/14/22

Scottsdale Public Art: Windows to the West

11/9/22

Trending Now: Backgammon — Fun and Then Some!

11/7/22

A Brief History of the Attached Garage

11/2/22

The Ennis House: Frank Lloyd Wright’s Most Documented Work

10/31/22

50 Years of the Chicago Public Art Group

10/26/22

Women in Architecture: Natalie de Blois

10/24/22

Modern Interpretations of Le Corbusier’s Celebrated Designs

10/19/22

Architecture as Subject in Art

10/17/22

The Culture of Planning

10/13/22

Trending Now: Euchre Anyone?

10/11/22

Tales from Wilmette: How an old laundry became a center for pioneering climate research

10/5/22

A Brief History of Outdoor Living Spaces

10/3/22

Women in Architecture: Florence Knoll

9/28/22

How to Make Your Pets More Comfortable at Home

9/26/22

Attention all board game lovers!

9/23/22

A Guide to This Seasons Art Exhibitions

9/21/22

Pet-Friendly Amenities at Optima Lakeview

9/14/22

Women in Architecture: Mary Colter

9/13/22

Trending Now: The Art of Playing Bridge

9/8/22

How Arcosanti is Still Evolving Today

9/6/22

Modern Decor For Your Home

8/31/22

Autumn in Chicago & Scottsdale

8/29/22

Wilmette’s 150th Anniversary

8/24/22

Women in Architecture: Doreen Adengo

8/22/22

Scottsdale Public Art: Pinball Wizard

8/17/22

Trending Now: A Brief History of Mahjong

8/15/22

Alfresco Cooking in Optima Communities

8/10/22

Women of the Bauhaus

8/8/22

Furniture Spotlight: Tulip Tables

8/3/22

Vertical Landscaping Around the World

8/1/22

Wilmette Architecture Spotlight: Bahai’ Temple

7/27/22

Women in Architecture: Lilian Rice

7/25/22

Furniture Spotlight: Eames Lounge Chair

7/20/22

Green Space Spotlight: Optima Lakeview

7/18/22

Scottsdale Public Art: IN FLUX Cycle 10

7/13/22

Chicago Public Art: Art on TheMART

7/11/22

How Optima Communities Support Hybrid and Remote Working

7/7/22

Culinary Trends: Induction Cooking

7/5/22

Women in Architecture: Beverly Loraine Greene

6/29/22

Ellison Keomaka Art at Optima Lakeview

6/27/22

Furniture Spotlight: Table E-1027

6/23/22

Natural Stone: A Timeless Staple of Architecture

6/21/22

Rooftop Amenities at Optima Lakeview: The Sky Deck

6/15/22

A Brief History of Constructivism

6/13/22

Furniture Spotlight: The Pot™ Chair

6/8/22

Women in Architecture: Anne Tyng

6/6/22

Community Architecture Across The World

6/2/22

Chicago & Scottsdale Farmers Markets

5/31/22

A Brief History of Architecture in the Expressionist Movement

5/25/22

Curated Furniture at Optima Lakeview: The Noomi Chair

5/23/22

Women in Architecture: Lilly Reich

5/18/22

Gallagher Way’s Free Summer Programs

5/16/22

A Brief History of the Netherland’s De Stijl Movement

5/11/22

Immersive Art: The Fusion Between Art and Technology

5/9/22

The Health Benefits of Living With Art

5/2/22

Architecture in the Metaverse

4/27/22

How Prairie School Architecture Influenced Wilmette’s Gillson Park

4/25/22

The Synthesis of Art and Architecture

4/20/22

Arcosanti: Creating a City

4/18/22

Chicago’s Lincoln Park & Its Spring Offerings

4/13/22

David Hovey Sr., FAIA, the Artist

4/11/22

Women in Architecture: Minnette de Silva

4/6/22

Why Biophilic Design Matters

4/4/22

Chicago Architecture: The Chicago Bungalow

3/30/22

Modernism and African Architecture

3/28/22

Cycle the Arts in Scottsdale

3/23/22

5 Innovative Materials Changing the Future of Architecture

3/21/22

A Guide to Chicago Restaurant Week

3/16/22

David Hovey Sr., FAIA, A Modernist Philosophy Emerges

3/14/22

Women in Architecture: Kazuyo Sejima

3/9/22

Angie Chache Team Member Spotlight

3/7/22

New Book Release: Reflections on the Career of David Hovey Sr., FAIA

3/2/22

Exploring Paolo Soleri’s Cosanti

2/28/22

Modernist Treasures: A Visit to Columbus, Indiana

2/24/22

Calling all Photo Buffs: Jump into Wilmette’s Sesquicentennial Photography Project

2/22/22

Modernist Buildings in Chicago Everyone Should Know

2/16/22

Women in Architecture: Neri Oxman

2/14/22

Curated Furniture at Optima Lakeview: the Bertoia Side Chair

2/9/22

Lakeview’s Hidden Architectural Treasures

2/7/22

Remembering the 1922 Art Week in São Paulo

2/2/22

The Intersection of Fashion and Architecture

1/31/22

The Future of Sustainable Design in Architecture

1/26/22

Women in Architecture: Charlotte Perriand

1/24/22

Optima Communities: Exploring Wilmette’s Rich History

1/20/22

Team Member Spotlight: Amanda Johnson

1/18/22

Curated Furniture at Optima Lakeview: the Womb™ Chair

1/12/22

A Guide to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Studios Part 2: Taliesin West

1/10/22

Exploring the Scottsdale Arts District

1/5/22

2021: A Year in Review

1/3/22

Chicago Modernist Gems: A Visit to the Schweikher House

12/29/21

Scottsdale Public Art: Knight Rise

12/27/21

How to Keep Active in the Winter With Optima Fitness Centers

12/22/21

Chicago Skyscraper History: the Merchandise Mart

12/20/21

A Guide to Frank Lloyd Wright’s Studios Part 1: Taliesin

12/15/21

Women in Architecture: Jane Drew

12/13/21

Exploring Lakeview’s Theatre District

12/8/21

Lakeview’s Holiday-Themed Pop-Ups

12/6/21

Chicago’s Christkindlmarket

12/1/21

Meet the Winner of the Redesign the World Contest

11/29/21

Optima Lakeview Brings WiredScore Certification to Chicago Multifamily Developments

11/24/21

Winter Activities in Chicago

11/22/21

A Brief History of the Skylight

11/19/21

Public Art in Chicago’s Lakeview Neighborhood

11/17/21

Visionary Libraries Around The World

11/10/21

Scottsdale Public Art: Water to Water

11/8/21

Women in Architecture: Marion Mahony Griffin

11/5/21

Romanticism to Ruin: Two Lost Works of Sullivan and Wright

10/27/21

Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and His Role in the Chicago Skyline

10/25/21

Chicago Public Art: AMENDS

10/20/21

Women in Architecture: Amanda Williams

10/18/21

Optima Communities: Revisiting Lakeview

10/13/21

Modernist Movements in South America

10/11/21

Autumn in Chicago

10/6/21

Women in Architecture: Jeanne Gang

10/4/21

Walkable Communities: Why They Matter

9/29/21

The Health Benefits of Jogging

9/27/21

Eileen Gray’s E-1027 Reopens to the Public

9/22/21

The Benefits of Urban Greenspaces

9/20/21

Chicago History: The South Shore Cultural Center

9/15/21

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