Build Expo NYC: Sustainable Cities & Workplace

How can cities be built and designed more sustainably? At Build…
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America By Design in Denmark

 Three yeas ago I visited Denmark on a grant to research futures…

Practical Utopia vs. Global Pessimism: An Interview with Valentino Gareri

As we move into spring, the month of April brings a reminder…

The Sloth: A Model for Urban Design

What does a three-toed sloth have in common with New York City?…

Changing the World One light Bulb at a Time

Sustainability and new energy codes were a big part of the conversation…

Public Art for the Public Good: Interview with Tony “Rubin” Sjöman

I caught up with Tony “Rubin” Sjöman, American Scandinavian…

A Month of Joyful Design-The Aesthetics of Joy

Last week I attended an AIGA event with Ingrid Fetell Lee and…

10 Ideas for Gift Giving like a Designer- Holiday 2018

Gift Giving is a wonderful ritual to show gratitude and appreciation…
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Garrott Designs Travel Sketchbook 2019 Wall Calendar is Here!

Love to Travel?! Me too! As an urban sketch artist, I love travel…

Sketch Journal: Copenhagen, Denmark

Copenhagen is known for it's future forward architecture, thoughtful…
Yves Klein World Void

Art and Science of The Moon- Inner Worlds to Outer Space, Copenhagen

Thanks to the IFDA EF Valerie Moran Grant, I traveled to Copenhagen,…

IFDA EF Valerie Moran Memorial Grant Winner 2018

  I am honored and excited to receive the IFDAEF 2018…
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How Art Leads Innovation in Science, Technology & Business

Much of my time is spent connecting people and ideas to achieve…
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Designing for the Future: Trends We Need to Consider Now

Designing for the Future: Travel Centers as Culture Hubs I…
World Trade Center Westfield sketches

Urban Architecture Sketching NYC: World Trade Center

Westfield World Trade Center For my third summer sketch location…