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The article describes the architectural design of the Starbucks Corporate Center in Seattle, Washington. The office building was designed by NBBJ Architects. The paper provides floor plans, relevant photographs and architectural drawings of the project. A list of suppliers of different materials used in the project is also provided.

The article evaluates the architectural design of the office of advertising firm DDB Needham in Chicago, Illinois, which was designed by The Phillips Group Cos.

The article evaluates the architectural design of the Mottahedah showroom in New York City, which was designed by Andy Pressman.

The article evaluates the architectural design of the Promus Hotel Marketing Services Center in Tampa, Florida designed by the Hnedak Bobo Group Inc.

The article evaluates the architectural and interior design of the Gene Juarez Salon and Spa in Tacoma, Washington, designed by NBBJ.

The article discusses the design of the Grand Tiara Hotel in Kasugai, Japan. It is stated that the Grand Tiara is a wedding hotel which caters to a bride's need such as planning and gift selection. Wilson & Associates project designer Susan Prann relates that the lighting of the hotel was primary, with the use of lamps and cove lighting. The author shares that the hotel hold Japanese weddings in various levels for the introduction ceremony and the Shinto wedding.

A personal narrative which explores the author's experience with architecture is presented.

The article features the design and layout of Goddard House, a nursing and retirement home in Brookline, Massachusetts as it expands its services to assisted-living and Alzheimer care. Partner institution, the National Development of New England has considered community participation in planning the design and layout. Efforts to harmonize with the neighborhood have also been made by designer CBT/Childs Bertman Tseckares. Theme and color are reportedly chosen to aid perception and stimulate memory of Alzheimer residents.

The article describes the interior design of Stars Restaurant created by DES Architects + Engineers in Palo Alto, California. Guests can easily slip into the restaurant and proceed to the bar due to the relocation of the entrance from the street to the path. The focal point in the main dining area is a star-shaped pendant acquired by the owners on a trip to Carmel. The pastry bar features zinc and cherry counter as well as 200-year-old French limestone flooring.

This article features the interior design of the new office of Quantrell Mullins & Associates in Atlanta, Georgia. It also presents a brief history of the company and its headquarters. According to its designers, their priority was to meet the tenant build-out allownace and to be as efficient as possibly. One of the challenges for the team was to be as creative as they could with a small build-out allowance.

The article details the Carolina Inn restoration project in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The entry notes that the Carolina Inn was built in 1924 and donated to the University of North Carolina (UNC) in 1935. It cites that the Inn was renovated in 1993 by The Glave Firm and Chambers at the cost of $13.5 million. It mentions that Glave painted the Inn's interiors with bright colors of lemon yellow and lime green and redesigned the John Hill Sprunt Ballroom to support large formal social events.

The article reviews the architectural design of resorts and spas including Hualalai Resort Fitness Center and Spa in Kaupulehu, Hawaii which was designed by James Northcutt Associates, The Ritz Carlton Spa in Rancho Mirage, California with design headed by Catherine DiModugno and The Broadmoor Spa & Fitness Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado which was designed by the TAG Studio.

The article reviews the architectural design of the offices of Balis & Co. at Two Logan Square in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania designed by Daroff Design Inc.

The article describes the architectural design of Premier Health Club's facility located in Hallendale, Florida. The facility is situated in a two-story space at the base of an 11-story building, in which the existing first and second floors were gutted and connected with a communicating stairway. Before starting the construction of the health club, the company's owners and President Anthony DiCarlo were looking for a large volume to handle their circuit training equipment and membership of people using the facilities at one time.

The article evaluates the architectural design of the Bloomingdale's department store in Aventura, Florida, which was designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates.

The article describes Kaya, the Caribbean-inspired resturant in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania which was designed by Axis Architectural Studio. It was planned as a restaurant/hang-out bar for anyone, particularly those coming from the Civic Arena, theaters, clubs and live music events around the area. Careful research of tropical colors and motifs and hidden track lighting gave the restaurant a Caribbean feel without being campy or themed. An African fertility goddess sculpture dating 1900 inspired the restaurant's logo.

The article features Ben Pao restaurant in Chicago, Illinois designed by Aria Group Architects. It is stated that Restaurateur Rich Melman's Lettuce Entertain You Enterprises (LEYE) worked closely with the designers to create a balanced, Zen-inspired atmosphere while avoiding the colors and ornamental features typically found in Asian restaurants. It notes how LEYE retained the service of a feng shui expert who advised Aria on the correct placement of areas to achieve good fortune and success.

The article reviews the architectural design of the Susanna Foo Chinese Cuisine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, designed by Marguerite Rodger Ltd.

The article evaluates several training and conference tables, including the Perimeter Power Collection from Nucraft, Carre Table Series from Davis Furniture and Vela Training Tables from Versteel.

The article evaluates a selection of chairs designed for use in restaurants, including the Melrose Collection from Jasper Seating Co. Inc., Ellington Series from Falcon Products Inc. and the Vision chair from Loewenstein.

The article argues that the time has come to architects and interior designers in the U.S. to get involved in the preservation of historic buildings. U.S. First Lady Hillary Rodham Clinton is leading a program in partnership with the National Trust for Historic Preservation called Save America's Treasures.

The article evaluates wall cones created by various designers, including Doyl Crosby, Kevin Walz, and Lumid.

The article evaluates the Alchemy Series of wallcoverings from Innovations in Wallcoverings, Inc.

The article reviews the architectural design of Forté Restaurant's facility in Birmingham, Michigan, designed by Victor Saroki & Associates.

The article evaluates the Vertical Inspirations panel fabrics from Momentum Textiles.

The article evaluates the Balancing Act collection of upholstery fabrics from Carnegie Corp.

The article reports that the expansion of the restaurant industry as of March 1998, is a positive sign for architects and interior designers in the United States. Restaurant operators are optimistic about their continued profits in the future. This is due to the high level of the Consumer Confidence Index in December 1997. Interior design has become an important factor in attracting customer interest.

The article evaluates the Pratt Collection textile fabrics from DesignTex.

The article evaluates the Elegance modular furniture for open plan work stations, reception stations and private office and conference room enclosures from Yates Furniture Systems Corp.

The article evaluates the Simply Put Collection of upholstery fabrics from Pollack & Associates.

The article evaluates the Jazz Chair from Fixtures.

The article evaluates the Kevin Walz Collection of upholstery textiles from the One Plus One division of DesignTex.