This local architect and her husband, have been on a crazy journey creating a boutique hotel from an abandoned historic home. From rolling the structure through the streets of downtown to picking light fixtures and everything in between, this has been an challenging design project. Nicole has her own interesting historic past - with grandparents on both sides leaving Cuba during the revolution. She reflects on learning English, identity, and her longing to Cuba against her families wishes.  

#Clearscapes, Shaw University, Prince Hall Historic District, Architect, LaTourette, Olde Raleigh, Raleigh Historic Development Commission, DX, Gorham House, Matt Tomasulo, Bida Manda, Brewery Bhavana, Andropogon Associates, In Situ Studio, Cuba, Havana

 

Thanks to Lauris Vidal for use of his music and everyone who helped make this show possible