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Pioneering Strides: The Shaping of Los Angeles by Black Women Architects

In an industry where only 2.04% are African American, architects like Paul Revere Williams have made pioneering strides and achievements in the industry. In honor of his contribution to the world of architecture, Suite Life SoCal recognizes him and other Black architects who have influenced our Southern California landscape over the past 80 years.

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The Network Behind Bay Area Cigar Culture

Newcomers unaware of the lifestyle can find it extremely welcoming, even if they are non-smokers. When asked about the community, Ford explained, “Everyone who I’ve smoked cigars with and met for the first time never started a conversation by asking ‘what do you do for a living?’, but by talking about the day-to-day type of things. We connected instantly because it was already the cigar we had in common.”

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