“The inviting, glassy stair forms a centerpiece of the Eli M. Black Center, drawing visitors through the building and encouraging reflection with the artwork at each landing.”
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“The inviting, glassy stair forms a centerpiece of the Eli M. Black Center, drawing visitors through the building and encouraging reflection with the artwork at each landing.”
“A large basement with resilient finishes and a colorful acoustic soffit surround offers a place for young children to play.”
“Using imagery rather than text ensures the messages reach a broad audience, especially children without strong reading skills.”
“Keyed to the Torah’s five books, each of the Eli M. Black Center’s five floors offers a frieze composed of classical artworks with specific references to stories from the Torah.”
“An expansive, custom wall installation in the large entry lobby, with layered resin panels and cutouts featuring messages in both Hebrew and English.”
“Dramatic and immersive when open for prayer services, these elements disappear when not in use, facilitating educational and social activities.”
: “Flexible liturgical furniture, including a Torah Ark and reading table seamlessly integrated into the architecture of chapel space.”
“Open and inviting, the circulation spine reinforces a sense of community and, with its thematic installations at each mid-landing of stained-glass windows created for the synagogue in 1954 by artist Adolph Gottlieb, alludes to the congregation’s rich history.”