Michael Govan, director of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, talks about Peter Zumthor’s design and why the blob now bridges Wilshire Boulevard; and comments on reports of a Frank Gehry-designed skyscraper. DnA also launches a series on drones, starting with a look at how architects are using them.

Aside from water, the L.A. River and Malibu’s beaches at first glance don’t have much in common. But look closer, and you’ll find they are two of L.A.’s most underutilized public spaces. We explore both places and how Angelenos are reclaiming them via recreation.

Apple has bought Beats for three billion dollars. What did they buy exactly? A lot of style for starters. We'll hear from the designers behind the image.

Can the Southland grow if drought is the new normal? Hadley Arnold says yes, with architecture that acts as a sponge. Plus, Dave Hickey, Maura Lucking and Gideon Brower.