This semester, a graduate architecture design studio led by Prof. Amy Leveno, AIA, took an educational trip to Houston, focusing on architectural spaces designed for art and art creation. The trip provided the graduate students with an invaluable opportunity to see firsthand some of the most innovative architectural projects and firms in action.
During their visit, the students explored significant works by notable architects and firms including Steven Holl Architects, Rafael Moneo, Renzo Piano Building Workshop, OMA, Michael Maltzan Architects, Karamuk Kuo Architects, and Thomas Phifer and Partners. Each location offered a unique perspective on how spaces can be crafted to enhance artistic expression and creativity.
Architecture students tour ongoing construction.
A special part of the journey included tours of the ongoing construction of the new Visual Arts Building at Rice University, designed by Diller Scofidio and Renfro, as well as two private residences by Content Architecture. These visits allowed students to observe the complexities involved in bringing architectural designs to life.
Architecture students in the studio course.
Adding a personal touch to the experience, OU alumnus Paul Chung, who serves as an architect at PBK, led a tour of PBK’s corporate headquarters. This was a fantastic opportunity for the students to learn about the inner workings of a national architectural firm and consider future career possibilities.
Architecture students in the studio course.
We are grateful to everyone in Houston who hosted our students and contributed to this enriching experience!
Robert L. Wesley, a pioneering architect and beloved mentor, has died at age 88. A graduate of the University of Oklahoma, Wesley joined Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) in 1964 and became the firm's first Black partner in 1984. Throughout his career, he contributed to significant architectural projects while maintaining a strong commitment to civic engagement and professional mentorship.
The Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture is proud to celebrate a series of recent accomplishments by Dr. Jim Collard, Professor of Practice in the Division of Planning, Landscape Architecture, and Design, whose work continues to shape conversations around Indigenous economic development nationally and internationally.
University of Oklahoma Gibbs College of Architecture Dean Hans E. [PA1.1]Butzer returned to one of his most significant works on December 15, joining survivors and past and present board members for the groundbreaking of a $15.8 million expansion of the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum.
