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John R. Jacobs

ARCHITECT
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Art & Furniture

In addition to my architectural practice, I create furniture designs and work on related art projects.

Curved desk utilizes repurposed wood and natural, non-toxic finishes

Strata Desk

This desk design utilizes biomimicry, finding strength in curves. The base of the table emulates an undulating cliff face composed of layers of strata. As in nature, irregular elements merge into an organized whole. The base is held together solely by wood dowels and the inherent strength of the curves.

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Collaborative banner design celebrates urban communities

Block by Block

The Central Street Evanston shopping district’s incorporation into a real and diverse city neighborhood is the inspiration for this street banner design. I chose to locate my design businesses in a street-level storefront on Central Street because of the beauty, history, architecture, and accessibility.

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Design for Streets Alive Evanston emphasizes bicycling and health

Streets Alive

Streets Alive! is part of the national “open streets” initiative. In one of the most exciting developments in the livable cities movement, “open” streets are temporarily closed to cars, and opened to people.  

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