Synopses & Reviews
2007 marks two major milestones for the American Institute of Architects: the 150th Anniversary of the Institute and the 100th Anniversary of the AIA Gold Medal program.
Architecture: Celebrating the Past, Designing the Future is a beautiful book that describes and illustrates the rich history, social responsibility, and tremendous contributions that the AIA, its members, and architecture have brought to the built environment over the last 150 years. This four-color book features over 350 photographs, illustrations, and sketches, in addition to chapter contributions by architecture experts and profiles of many of the 63 Gold Medalists and active groups within the AIA.
Besides being a beautifully crafted book, Architecture features lengthy discussions on many different aspects of the architecture community such as education, public outreach, practice, design and technique, history, innovative strategies, as well as a photo gallery of featured structures throughout the last 150 years.
About the Author
About Nancy B. Solomon, AIAIn 1990, after working “on-the-boards” in architecture firms for about five years, Nancy B. Solomon, AIA, became senior editor for technology and practice at Architecture magazine. She subsequently spent a year as editor of the American Institute of Architects Environmental Resource Guide. Since 1997, she has written numerous continuing-education articles for Architectural Record and has provided writing and editorial services to the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards and the AIA. Ms. Solomon earned her master of architecture degree from Columbia University and her bachelor of arts, in physics and philosophy, from Yale University.
About the American Institute of Architects
Since 1857, the AIA has represented the professional interests of America's architects. As AIA members, over 74,000 licensed architects, emerging professionals, and allied partners express their commitment to excellence in design and livability in our nation's buildings and communities. Members adhere to a code of ethics and professional conduct that assures the client, the public, and colleagues of an AIA-member architect's dedication to the highest standards in professional practice. Use links at left to find out more.
The American Institute of Architects is the voice of the architecture profession dedicated to serving its members, advancing their value, and improving the quality of the built environment. Through a culture of innovation, The American Institute of Architects empowers its members and inspires creation of a better built environment.