Inter implies between or among, whereas intra implies within (the profession). The dynamic of this exercise is the following: The architect selects one image of their choice and a brief description of their personal understanding of the profession. While the image serves more as a subjective expression, the introductory text is meant to convey a…
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The second post in the ongoing series on Latin-American Architecture focuses on Chile. The decision to focus on Chilean architecture comes not only from the country’s compelling group of contemporary designers, but also from its rich cultural background and diverse climate. For the better part of two decades, Chileans lived under the rule of authoritarian…
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Commercial interior designer and furniture vendor Pigott is inviting AIA SD members to the grand opening of its new Sioux Falls showroom at 301 S. Minnesota Ave., Suite 2, on Thursday, Jan. 17 from 4-7 p.m.
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This month’s theme is divided into two categories; Latin American Architecture, and local (South Dakota) Architecture. The first segment will focus on contemporary Latin American practices with a captivating body of work, or compelling thematic approach. The second segment will be a series of interviews conducted with influential local architects, focusing specifically on the architectural…
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When you think of what an architect does every day, what comes to mind? We draw? We create? We use our extensive math skills to design beautiful buildings, functional buildings, and -with our current volatile market- expensive buildings? My desk has a pile of beautiful pens, a construction calculator, and a computer with the newest…
Details2018 was a great year for architecture and design in South Dakota- here are a few links to check out some of the best work that was completed nationally and around the world. Let us know what stands out to you and why! https://www.archdaily.com/907313/the-best-architecture-of-2018 https://www.architecturalrecord.com/articles/13833-notable-projects-of-2018?id=13833-notable-projects-of-2018&ajs_uid=3237H0803912E4W&oly_enc_id=3237H0803912E4W&ajs_trait_oebid=3782E0258467B1M
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This is a guest post by Sandra Lea Dickenson, AIA Emeritus of Vermillion, SD. Sandy has been a licensed architect since 1972, when women comprised less than 2% of the profession, and has practiced in six states and Germany. She holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Oklahoma and is a life-long…
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As I was scurrying around town a few weeks ago, finishing up some holiday shopping, I grew jaded from all the driving and searching for parking. I thought “Why am I not more inclined to take a bus?” As I drove down 41st street in Sioux Falls, I didn’t really see any buses, so that…
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This is a guest post by Sofia Mattesini.Sofia is a Historic Preservation Specialist currently working at the South Dakota State Historical Society in Pierre. She has studied in Europe and has recently moved to South Dakota from the east coast. I first arrived in South Dakota on May 17, 2018. My mother came with me…
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KatieKrantz, NCARB, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, CPHC, is a partner at VanDeWalle Architectsin Sioux Falls. She received her M.Arch from North Dakota State University in2008. She lives in Sioux Falls with her husband, son and daughter. 1 Tell us a little bit about you.I grew up on a farm near Milbank, SD then ventured…
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