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By 1937, Kahn was responsible for 19 percent of all architect-designed factories in the U.S. In 1941, Kahn was the eighth highest paid man in the U.S., earning $486,936.
"Albert Kahn: Innovation and Influences on 20th Century Architecture," displayed in the Historical Museum's Robert and Mary Ann Bury Community Gallery until early July, features photos ...
Photo courtesy Rick Destito The old Brown-Lipe gear company building, now "The Gear Factory," as it appeared shortly after it was built in 1906 on the design of famed architect Albert Kahn.
Detroit architect Albert Kahn designed many of those plants, although he died in 1942, so he never saw what the Arsenal of Democracy helped achieve.
This engaging event that’s sure to be a treat for anyone passionate about history, architecture or automotive innovation will explore how Albert Kahn’s architectural genius shaped Packard’s ...
ANN ARBOR, MI - Albert Kahn’s fingerprints are all over hundreds of buildings throughout southeastern Michigan. The German-born architect is perhaps best known for his work with industrialist ...
Chris Meister, Albert Kahn’s Partners in Industrial Architecture, Journal of the Society of Architectural Historians, Vol. 72, No. 1 (March 2013), pp. 78-95 ...
On Sunday, April 28, Spotlight on the News will feature the life, times and historic impact of famous Detroit architect Albert Kahn. Last month marked the 150th anniversary of Kahn's birth.
Danley says he'd like to do more mural work. " (The Albert Kahn mural) is the largest piece I've done," he says. "I wanted a showcase piece to get that going." ...