It’s down-right difficult to describe 2018 in one word. “Rewarding,” “challenging,” exciting,” and introspective” are all fine words, but they don’t quite capture the nuances. So, instead of summarizing 2018 with an adjective, here’s what we started, what we finished, what we learned, and what caught our eye(s). Here’s what. Continue reading “Year in Review: 2018”
“The third place.” Attributed to Ray Oldenburg, the phrase refers to an inclusive, comfortable space that isn’t home (“the first place”) or the office (“the second place”). Informal in nature, the third place encourages individuals to interact, exchange ideas, and have a good time. Coffee shops, neighborhood pubs, fitness centers, and houses of worship are all examples. So, too, are libraries – especially the new Brightwood Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library. Continue reading “Brightwood Branch: The library as “the third place””
Axis has more than two dozen fire station projects to its name. Since 2001, we have designed stations for communities across Indiana, including Carmel, Crawfordsville, Indianapolis, Monticello, New Albany, Shelbyville, and West Lafayette. But there’s one thing many of our stations have in common: private, gender-neutral sleeping quarters. Continue reading “The Pros of Private Sleeping Quarters in Fire Stations”
People for Urban Progress (PUP) is currently hosting DAYLIGHT, a six-part speaker series focused on urban challenges. Recently, Ashley Thornberry wrote about DAYLIGHT // S1 E3, which focused on development in the Market East District. Continue reading “Article: DAYLIGHT // S1 E3, a summary”
Recently, the Indianapolis Historic Preservation Commission (IHPC) gave the go-ahead for a mixed-use project Axis is working on. The project is one of two new real estate developments on Mass Ave, a popular cultural district in downtown Indianapolis. Continue reading “Article: Two projects poised to reshape Mass Ave area”
How can privately owned public spaces be designed for inclusivity and connectivity? On June 19, join People for Urban Progress (PUP) for DAYLIGHT, a discussion about how design shapes our identity as citizens of Indianapolis. Continue reading “Drew White to participate in DAYLIGHT discussion”
Twenty-five-year-old Christopher Meyer was born abroad and spent the first seven years of his life in Canada and Germany. When asked about his childhood, Meyer talks of bread from French bakeries, conversations with native Turks, and silky Italian ice cream. So, when his parents settled in semi-rural Indiana, there was some culture shock. But Meyer – who is legally blind – uses his travel experience to educate others about accessibility. Continue reading “Design for the Blind: Architecture for the Visually Impaired”
We recently wrapped our latest fire station, Sugar Creek Township – Station No. 42. This Indy Channel article highlights the new station, which will lead to quicker response times. Continue reading “Article: New Sugar Creek Twp. Fire station will allow for faster response times”
Axis has teamed with the Ball State University College of Architecture and Planning to host a week-long architecture camp for high school students.
Continue reading “Axis to host architecture camp with BSU College of Architecture and Planning”
On June 27, Axis principal Drew White will co-lead a workshop and tour of the Julia M. Carson Transit Center. Continue reading “Drew White to Participate in Transit Center Tour & Workshop”