I was excited to see Taipei Public Library, Beitou Branch chosen by Flavorwire as one of ‘The 25 Most Beautiful Public Libraries in the World‘. I had to visit the library in person when I was in Taiwan last month. Taipei Public Library, Beitou Branch opened in 2006 and is the first certified green building libraryContinue reading “Beitou Library 北投圖書館”
Category Archives: Design
‘Breaking Ground: Chinese American Architects in Los Angeles (1945 – 1980)’
Over the weekend, I happened to watch ‘Tsou LA’, a local Mandarin TV program, introducing the exhibit ‘Breaking Ground: Chinese American Architects in Los Angeles (1945 – 1980)‘ at Chinese American Museum. I was surprised to find some major landmarks such as LAX were designed by Chinese American Architects. One of four architects was aContinue reading “‘Breaking Ground: Chinese American Architects in Los Angeles (1945 – 1980)’”
Exploring Los Angeles
My favorite way to explore the City of Los Angeles is by Metro Rail. With a day pass of $5, I am able to have a fun day without worrying about being stuck in traffic and paying for parking. I always recommend this adventure to visitors from out-of-town. I usually start my journey from theContinue reading “Exploring Los Angeles”
Piano Placement
Following my last post on Fantasy Pianos, let’s look at placing a piano in a room based on what I learned during the Steinway presentation I attended. It is important to know what kind of care a piano needs. Steinway has posted some clear instructions on their website. Some important room conditions to consider before figuring outContinue reading “Piano Placement”
Fantasy Pianos
As a pianist, I was so excited when designer Angela Radley invited me to the ASID Los Angeles Chapter event at Steinway Piano Gallery in West Hollywood for a presentation titled “Piano Knowledge for the Design Professional”! I started taking piano lessons when I was little. Limited by the space, I have never owned a grandContinue reading “Fantasy Pianos”
MICHELLE CHIANG 