Minneapolis 2007

Commensurate with 2007's AIA 150 celebration, the AIA Committee On Design continued its focus for 2007: "The Rejuvenation of American Cities on the Water." The Committee on Design visited Minneapolis as a second study of urban design and architecture at the water's edge.

Our first exploration of this started in Miami, Florida and the Fall Conference continues in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Both cities experienced a boom in the early 20th century, a decline in the later part of the century, followed by a total renaissance at the start of the 21st century.

Conference Reports
"The Local Original: Weighing the Merits of Local and Outside Talent in Designing Cultural Institutions," Remarks delivered by Thomas Meyer, AIA
"River Renaissance and Waterfront Awareness," by Michael Ross, FAIA
"Thoughts on Place-Making After a Visit to Minneapolis," by Mike Mense, FAIA