Not Open Yet

The sign out front said “Open in March”, and maybe it actually is – on weekends or something.  I don’t know.  I was tempted to stretch out on that bench and wait.  Kris & Kates is in St. Joseph.

I Miss the Snow

We may have a record breaking warm day today (into the 80′s!) but I for one am nostalgic for the blizzards we enjoyed not even three weeks ago.  Some photos in case you’ve forgotten:

Communism!

I’ve recently joined Cargo Collective, a sort of an on-line artists’ community.  There is so much gorgeous work to see on their site, you might want to grab a fresh cup of coffee before you take a look…  My page and this photo (among others) is HERE.

Perot Museum

I got to take a road trip a few weeks ago to the new Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas, TX by Morphosis.  I highly recommend a visit – and I recommend leaving your tripod at home and actually taking time to look at the exhibits.  For more photos and a review of the architecture go to A Weekly Dose of Architecture.

Public Works

OK I admit to a particular fondness for industrial, utilitarian projects, but this facility for the Grandview, MO Public Works Department by SFS Architecture is especially cool – architecturally, but also in terms of urban design.  The way these purposeful buildings relate to each other and the open spaces between is really nice.  I’m happy to be able to share some photos of the place because  you’d probably get yelled at if you try to slip past the gates to see it yourself – or hit by a truck…

Groundhogs

I’m slow to get these posted, but these are of this year’s Groundhog Run In Kansas City.  Joan broke her ankle in a run only three months ago, but came back to place 17th of 47 in her age group!  Hoo YAH!

Animal Art

If you have to get sick, S. U. Rodgers Health Center is the place to go.  These photos are primarily of the gorgeous graphics and signage at the center by Willoughby Design.  For more photos of the building look HERE.