Wells Fargo Museum Opens In Charlotte, NC
Wells Fargo Museum now open!
Wells Fargo has opened its branch history museum in Charlotte, NC. The museum is located in the Three Wells Fargo building. Visit their website for more details and to book a tour.
Wells Fargo Museum:
American Roadside Burgers Opens In Charlotte, NC
American Roadside Burgers exterior
Wagner Murray Architects is proud to announce American Roadside Burgers (ARB) has opened its newest location at 440 S Chruch St. in downtown Charlotte, NC. Be sure to stop by and try one of their delicious burgers and if you're brave enough we recommend The Roadstar®! ARB plans to open a second Charlotte location in early spring 2012 in the South Park area. Please visit their website for more details.
American Roadside Burgers website:
http://americanroadside.com/
Wells Fargo To Open New History Museum In Center City
Wagner Murray Architects converting bank lobby into new cultural addition
Wells Fargo Museum Exterior
Wagner Murray Architects has been retained by Wells Fargo to design and develop the new Wells Fargo History Museum in downtown Charlotte. The 7,000 SF space was last used as a banking lobby. Wells Fargo chose this location to provide an addition to the already vibrant cultural center (Levine Cultural Campus) on S. Tryon Street. Wagner Murray is providing design guidance to modify the exterior, making it more street-friendly, visible and well integrated with the cultural campus. The interior layout will feature interactive exhibits, as well as a theater and retail component. The center is scheduled to open in September 2010. This facility is seeking a LEED Silver certification.
Wells Fargo Museum Interior
Wells Fargo Museum Interior
Wells Fargo Museum Interior
Wells Fargo Museum Layout
Branch Library Receives LEED Certification
Hickory Grove Library
The Hickory Grove Branch Public Library, designed by Wagner Murray Architects, has just received LEED certification. The building was recognized for its sustainable use of interior and exterior materials, as well as its efficient mechanical system and day lighting components that contribute to a significant energy reduction of the facility. Other features include rainwater collected from the roof which serves the Children’s Garden adjacent to the children’s reading area within the building. The building has been enthusiastically received by the community and the Library staff.
Hickory Grove Library Interior
American Roadside Debuts In Charlotte
Venerable Long Island Hamburger Joint Opening in October
American Roadside Burgers, a Smithtown, New York operation, has been expanded by Rich LaVecchia opening its first series of stores in Charlotte and elsewhere in the near future. American Roadside brings back the quintessential American burger experience. The concept incorporates fresh ground meat and natural ingredients in an atmosphere reminiscent of the classic American diners and roadside joints of the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s. The décor intimates our nostalgic connection to driving and the American roadside dining experience.
The menu and the design say it all. The alluring aroma of hamburgers frying on the grill, the sweet-salty taste of fries, the cool lure of a frosty shake, all of this with impeccable service at a great price. Wagner Murray Architects was pegged to come up with a marketable and memorable décor and graphic design package. Natural aged American barn wood, patina metal panels and a host of interesting, informative and whimsical graphics all come together making this an unforgettable and delicious experience.
Map of Burger America: Did you know the hamburger in America has a long and notable history. This map says it all.
American Roadside Burgers Map
This photo collage illustrates all of the quirky, colorful and out-right funky history of the American roadside burger joints.
American Roadside Burgers Photos
American Roadside Burgers Interior
American Roadside Burgers Interior
American Roadside Burgers Exterior
When was the last time you saw an old fashioned dial face clock? Each of the ARB stores will have a post mounted exterior illuminated clock reminding you it is time to stop, have a burger, fries and a thick cool shake.
American Roadside Burgers Clock
We hope your meal was lots of fun!
American Roadside Burgers Sign
The New LaVecchia’s Reopened March 18
Fresh, Fun, Fintastic - WMA injects visual magic into a former restaurant space.
A Charlotte institution, Nick LaVecchia recently relocated his 12-year-old restaurant into new digs. Slightly smaller, but still visually stimulating, the giant metal fish sculptures that graced his former space are now suspended just above reach and project a shimmering, aquatic backdrop within a colorful, vibrant setting.
The space resonates with a friendly yet exotic appeal. A landmark reborn.
“The restaurant had to present a lively dynamic; it is internal to the building, without a view to the street. We had to give the space an intimate, inherent charm, where all the focus is inward,” says design principal Dave Wagner.
Gallery:
Fifth Street About to Be Illuminated
Large Fish Sculpture from LaVecchia's on 6th Street Reused as the New Signage
LaVecchia’s Steak and Seafood, an uptown institution, is relocating to the Hearst Tower. Known both for its fine food and fine art, it was hailed as an aquatic wonderland when it first opened in 1998 in the Bank of America Seventh Street parking deck. The relocation will not support the extensive gallery of sculpture. Thus, one of the largest sculptures, a centerpiece in the restaurant, is LaVecchia’s new exterior sign. This nine foot long fish is tethered to a curved steel tube, simulating a trophy fish catch on a bent fishing rod. The double-sided neon sign will be visible up and down 5th Street. It's art in service to the street.
1300 Baxter Street Becomes Midtown Centre
Minimal Transformation – Maximum Improvement
1300 Baxter Street, formerly Charlotte Town Center, is being transformed. A mid-century concrete icon, its simple, unadorned façade follows the principles of the contemporary 1960’s aesthetic. With minimal alterations, verticality of the building’s presence is being readdressed, incorporating an entry façade with a projected framework feature along with the addition of roof line louvers. The building takes a dramatic visual turn with the least amount of embellishment.
Existing Building
Restrained – smart and contemporary.
1300 Baxter Exterior Render
The lobby is polished and refined with fine finishes complimenting the building’s aesthetic.
A new skyline view conference room is being incorporated into the second level of the building.
Restrained – smart and contemporary.
Architect as Artist
Portraits are a way for Dave Wagner to study form and texture.
Architects turn their hands to art pieces
At summer gallery exhibit, they get to show a different side of their creativity.
By Richard Maschal
Special to the Observer
Posted: Thursday, Jul. 08, 2010Much of the talk at the opening of "Art by Architects" focused on two simple questions. "Got any work?" "What are you doing with your time?"
The response from 31 architects slowed by the Great Recession was, "I've been making art." The results fill the walls at Hodges Taylor Gallery uptown, a good summer show (nourishing, but not heavy) that is worth your time.
Gallery owner and art sparkplug Christie Taylor and the American Institute of Architects invited architects to exhibit, and the response included a variety of work - paintings, prints, sculpture, photographs, drawings and crafts.
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In "Bruno," an oil pastel drawing, David Wagner distorts proportion - a huge arm over a massive head.
Additional portraits by Dave Wagner
Restaurant Move Prompts Creative Re-use
Giant fish sculpture to become signage and public art
LaVecchia’s Steak and Seafood, an uptown restaurant, is relocating to the Hearst Tower. Known both for its fine food and fine art, it was hailed as an aquatic wonderland when it first opened in 1998 in the Bank of America Seventh Street parking deck. The new location will not support the extensive gallery of sculptures so, one of the largest sculptures, a centerpiece in the restaurant, will become LaVecchia’s new exterior sign. This nine foot long fish will be tethered to a large curved steel tube, simulating a trophy fish catch on a bent fishing rod. The sculpture will serve a dual purpose: cables from the street structure will also support a canvas awning leading to the restaurant entrance. The double-sided neon sign will be visible up and down 5th Street.
LaVecchias Signage Concept
