Day 5/365 of Steel – Frank WInfield Woolworth
Frank WInfield Woolworth was born on the 13th of april 1852. The F. W. Woolworth Company (often referred to as Woolworth) was a retail company and one of the pioneers of the five-and-dime store.…
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365 Days of Steel is a series that explores the world of steel and its countless applications. This series will take you on a journey through the fascinating history of steel.
Day 4/365 of Steel – Inauguration of L’Olympia
Inauguration of L’Olympia – 12th of april 1893.In our daily search for people, buildings or objects that illustrate the history of steel in architecture, design or art, we return to…
Day 3/365 of Steel – Chris Burden
On our daily trip through the incredible story on the use of steel in arts, building and design, I would like you to rediscover a remarkable artist. The American Chris…
Day 2/365 of Steel – Roy Hofheinz
Roy Hofheinz was born on the 10th of april 1912. As co-owner of HSA (Houston Sports Association) he was the driving force behind the construction of the famous Astrodome. The…
Day 1/365 of Steel – Dominique Perrault
Dominique Perrault became world known for the design of the French National Library. In 2010 he was awarded the gold medal by the French Academy of Architecture for all his work. One…