BELONGING IN THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT PANEL

A BHM PANEL FEATURING NOMA|nw

Tuesday, February 12th | 12-1pm @ GOULD 110

What does belonging in the built environment mean to you?

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What have been some of your greatest successes in the field of architecture?

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What have been some of your most difficult challenges?

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Do you feel you belong in this field, in the sense of feeling seen and recognized?

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How do you envision the future of architecture as a profession if it continues its trend of trying to diversify?

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Would you consider yourself an Afrofuturist?

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Does your race and culture factor into your design process? If so, in what ways?

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When have you felt the most comfortable practicing architecture?

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What is the project you have been a part of that has made you the most proud?

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What does belonging in the built environment mean to you? 〰️ What have been some of your greatest successes in the field of architecture? 〰️ What have been some of your most difficult challenges? 〰️ Do you feel you belong in this field, in the sense of feeling seen and recognized? 〰️ How do you envision the future of architecture as a profession if it continues its trend of trying to diversify? 〰️ Would you consider yourself an Afrofuturist? 〰️ Does your race and culture factor into your design process? If so, in what ways? 〰️ When have you felt the most comfortable practicing architecture? 〰️ What is the project you have been a part of that has made you the most proud? 〰️

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WHAT IS AFROFUTURISM?

A BHM ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION EXPLORING AFROFUTURISM IN ARCHITECTURE AND GREATER CULTURE

Tuesday, February 20th | 12-1pm @ GOULD 110

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UW NOMAS WATCH PARTY

HOLLYWOOD’S ARCHITECT: THE PAUL R. WILLIAMS STORY

Monday, February 26th | 6-7pm @ ARCH HALL 046

Nicknamed “Architect to the Stars,” African American architect Paul R. Williams was one of the most successful architects of his time. But at the height of his career he wasn’t always welcome in the buildings he designed because of his race. Hollywood’s Architect will tell the story of how he used talent, determination and even charm to defy the odds and create a celebrated body of work.

You can stream this documentary for free on PBS using the link below!