AUGUST 24, 1989

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• Headline: Future of the Darwin D. Martin House. Impact: The fate of the Wright House sparked a chain reaction leading to an obsession with mid-century modern architecture. Fast forward to today, and you have influencers posting pictures of their avocado toast in front of glass walls, thinking they’re the first to discover 'open concept' living.. Fact: Did you know that Frank Lloyd Wright's designs were often rejected by clients? Imagine being so avant-garde that even your clients can't handle your genius—talk about a tough crowd..
• Headline: Enchanting Moonlit Garden Experience. Impact: This enchanting garden inspired a generation of romantics, leading to an uptick in poorly executed DIY gardens filled with plastic flamingos and half-dead plants. Thus, the curse of the backyard 'oasis' was born.. Fact: Did you know that gardens at night are so ethereal that they often give rise to ghost sightings? So, if you hear whispers, it might just be the datura angels judging your gardening skills..
• Headline: Lalique Glass Exhibit at FIT. Impact: The Lalique exhibition caused an unexpected surge in glass-related injuries as people wielding their newfound knowledge attempted to impress friends with 'artistic glass displays'—because nothing says sophistication like a shattered vase.. Fact: Did you know that Lalique glass was so highly sought after that it became a status symbol? Nothing screams wealth quite like being able to afford something that just holds air—congratulations, you’re rich and have a fancy paperweight!.