Howard County 2018 campaign signs, part 1

I take a look at 2018 campaign signs in Howard County.

2018-06-19 · 9 min · Frank Hecker

Now that the Chrysalis has been created

I have some final thoughts after completing my series on the Chrysalis and the background to its creation.

2017-06-10 · 18 min · Frank Hecker

Creating the Chrysalis: Timeline

A timeline of significant events in the history of the Chrysalis and its surroundings, from 1962 to the present, with references.

2017-06-03 · 85 min · Frank Hecker

Creating the Chrysalis: Details, details

Getting the details right on the Chrysalis, featuring Living Design Lab and Mahan Rykiel Associates.

2017-04-21 · 15 min · Frank Hecker

Creating the Chrysalis: What comes next

Now that construction of the Chrysalis is complete, what are the next steps to fulfill the vision of Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods?

2017-04-14 · 24 min · Frank Hecker

Creating the Chrysalis: Attracting the public

I discuss how the Chrysalis and Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods can attract visitors, based on research conducted by Integrated Insight.

2017-04-11 · 22 min · Frank Hecker

Creating the Chrysalis: Subfloor and related construction

I present more details on the Chrysalis foundation/basement or “subfloor” and related construction, featuring the work of Whiting-Turner.

2017-03-18 · 17 min · Frank Hecker

Creating the Chrysalis: Shell skin

I explain how the skin of the Chrysalis was fabricated and installed by A. Zahner Company.

2017-03-04 · 15 min · Frank Hecker

Creating the Chrysalis: Shell structure

I explore the steel frame underlying the skin of the Chrysalis, as designed by the structural engineering group of Arup.

2017-02-18 · 16 min · Frank Hecker

Creating the Chrysalis: Theater

I discuss how the Chrysalis will function as a professional stage, as designed by the theater consulting group of Arup.

2017-01-21 · 14 min · Frank Hecker