Principal architect Ted Flato and David Lake of Lake Flato Architects discuss the thrill of being selected as an AIA 2024 Gold Medal recipient. This episode explores the journey of crafting shelters that encourage a philosophy of design shaped by the regional weather and climate with projects being a portal to the outdoors.

Learning objectives  

• Discuss the concept of critical regionalism and the intrinsic idea of reducing the environmental footprint of a project regardless of size.
• Identify how incorporating multiple stakeholders and contractors contribute to a more inclusive and relevant design process.
• Describe how collaboration with end users, contractors, owners, and the design team members help align aesthetic and performance expectations.
• Explain how inclusion of natural daylighting and expansive views of the surrounding natural environment can create more positive, playful, and healthful spaces.

Credits: 0.5 AIA LU/HSW

Speaker: Aaron Prinz