Chicago Sun-Times
Read about how vintage business signs could be saved under proposed ordinance. The proposal aims to protect Chicago’s most iconic “vintage signs,” such as the Grace’s Furniture sign in Logan Square.
7.3.23
ith the release of Martin’s new book, Signs, Streets, and Storefronts, we’re just beginning to gather reviews from a variety of sources, some of which are below. But more are certainly on the way — so please check back soon!
WBEZ’s daily talk show Reset
Marty recently joined Sasha-Ann Simons from WBEZ’s daily talk show Reset to discuss a new Chicago ordinance which creates protections for some of the city’s most iconic and historic signs and murals. Listen to Sasha’s 35-minute interview with Marty here, and learn more about the history of these signs, their importance in the urban landscape, and the process of restoring them.
6.29.23
KSNV NBC Las Vegas
How Vegas transformed from an everyday town to the world’s neon sign capital
3.9.17
The Architect’s Newspaper
Here is a piece that Marty recently wrote for The Architect’s Newspaper.
10.22.14
The Municipal Design Review Network
Signs, Streets and Storefronts was recently featured by John Hedrick of MDRN (The Municipal Design Review Network) in their online newsletter — read the article on Mr. Hedrick’s blog here.
7.25.14