Valentine J. Schute, Jr., AIA, founder of River Architects, Inc., takes an investigative look into the myriad influences that hone architecture styles into an iconic representation, to symbolize our state. He’ll discuss how location, topography, climate, people, commerce, development and materials impact architecture. Discover if Wisconsin does have a brand that differentiates us.

Learning Objectives:

• Investigate approach into the variety of influences that hone architectural styles.
• Consideration of the natural, geological, social, commercial and developmental contexts that shape architectural forms.
• Discuss if national and regional architectural schools of thought do impact/influence/resonate in Wisconsin.
• Introduction of a methodology to study the evidence of a unique type of architecture in a specific region.

This event is intended for design and construction professionals.

1.0 LU

Course number: A08220191204