Image Lecture Recap | "Building in Place" by Lorcan O'Herlihy Friday Lorcan O’Herlihy discussed his new book, "Building in Place: Architecture Rooted in Context & Social Equity" and explored LOHA’s methodology driving impactful solutions and strategies for architectural projects developed with social, political, and economic context in mind. Read more
Image Learning from the Best: Isabella Cleopatra de Sousa Proulx '25 B.LA Wednesday Isabella Cleopatra de Sousa Proulx ‘25 B.LA is a dedicated landscape architecture student with a passion for themed design and creating immersive environments. Recently, she completed an internship with Universal Studios in Orlando, where she contributed to the highly anticipated Epic Universe theme park, opening in May 2025. Read more
Image "AIA Architect" | How design adapts to the Sonoran Desert Monday HK Associates, the architecture firm co-led by Michael Kothke, professor of practice in the School of Architecture, and Kathy Hancox, was recently featured in AIA Architect, the digital publication of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). AIA Architect | How design adapts to the Sonoran Desert
Image Robin Shambach, B.Arch '85, named CAPLA's Alumna of the Year Feb. 27, 2025 Robin Shambach is one of 18 distinguished alumni honored during the University of Arizona’s Alumni of the Year Awards Ceremony on February 27. The award recognizes individuals for their professional achievements, public service, advocacy for education, volunteerism, and contributions to students, their college, and the university. Read more
Image Watch | "The Search" | Lecture by Daniel Toole Feb. 25, 2025 Architecture begins with an idea—one strong enough to endure the journey from concept to reality. In his lecture, Daniel Toole reflects on his studio’s first five years, exploring projects across the western landscape, from the Pacific Northwest to Joshua Tree, and recent housing work that navigates growing urban constraints. Read more
Image Exploring Change: CAPLA Students Publish Ninth Installment of [ABouT] Journal Feb. 25, 2025 The ninth edition of [ABouT] Journal, [ABouT] CHANGE, was created by CAPLA students to explore change in the Southwest through student projects, interdisciplinary work, and expert insights, while also giving students hands-on experience in publishing and collaboration. Read more
Image Watch | Inaugural CAPLA Lecture Series featuring Lesley Lokko Feb. 17, 2025 CAPLA is proud to announce the launch of the CAPLA Lecture Series, which featured renowned architect, academic, and writer, Professor Lesley Lokko, OBE, RIBA as the inaugural speaker. Read more
Image Laura Carr Receives AIA/ACSA Practice + Leadership Award for Community-Engaged Design Feb. 14, 2025 Laura Carr, senior lecturer in the School of Architecture and co-founder of the Native Peoples Design Coalition, has been honored with the AIA/ACSA Practice + Leadership Award by the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA). Read more
Image Teresa Rosano named winner of the ACSA Distinguished Professor Award Feb. 13, 2025 The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) has named Teresa Rosano, assistant professor of practice, the winner of the Distinguished Professor Award. Read more
Image Class Notes: MG2 Promotes Scott Owen Jr., '11 B.Arch, to Principal Feb. 13, 2025 Scott Owen Jr., '11 B.Arch, has been promoted to managing principal of the MG2 Minneapolis office. In his new role, Scott will be responsible for overseeing the programs division of Customer Experiences including leading the Entertainment sector. Read more