The Dallas Architecture Forum
Presents Esteemed Architect
Julie Eizenberg
Virtually via Zoom
Tuesday, May 4, 2021, 7 pm
The Dallas Architecture Forum, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing public education about architecture, landscape architecture, design and the urban environment, is pleased to present esteemed architect Julie Eizenberg at 7:00 pm, on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 in a virtual lecture via Zoom.
Julie Eizenberg, FAIA, is a Founding Principal of Koning Eizenberg, where she is responsible for setting the studio’s design vision. The practice has been honored as AIA California’s Firm of the Year, and Eizenberg, together with founding partner Hank Koning, was awarded the AIA Los Angeles Gold Medal and the Australian Institute of Architects Gold Medal. She was also recognized with an Honorary Ph.D. in Architecture from the University of Melbourne. Under her leadership, Koning Eizenberg has earned over 180 design, preservation, and sustainability awards.
“The Forum looks forward to Julie Eizenberg’s lecture. She is widely recognized for her commitment to the concept that buildings have the power to change everyday lives. Koning Eizenberg is known for sustainable and affordable housing whose design begins with considering the residents, rather than the budget, to provide safety, comfort and dignity. The firm applies the same approach to all of their projects, no matter the type, size or cost,” said Nate Eudaly, Executive Director of The Forum. “We believe the creativity and social concepts of Koning Eizenberg will provide a program of great interest to attendees.”
The lecture will occur at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 4 and will be presented virtually via Zoom. It is presented at no charge to all Forum members and sponsors, and anyone may join The Forum at www.DallasArchitectureForum.org to attend this and other upcoming lectures. Advance registration for the lecture is required. Forum members will receive information about registration.
Dallas Architecture Forum members receive free admission to all regular Forum lectures as a benefit of membership, and AIA members can earn one hour of CE credit for each lecture. For more information on The Dallas Architecture Forum, visit www.dallasarchitectureforum.org or call 214-764-2406.
Koning Eizenberg Architecture (kearch.com)
https://issuu.com/dallasarchitecture1/docs/forum_lecture_eizenberg_issuu
Download Photos Here:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/cn5zrw377bfmr37/AAARSozKaP6MeZ3mhCPZZTrOa?dl=0
Additional Media Coverage: Architect Magazine, Steel Profile, Builder Magazine
Architect Magazine
https://www.architectmagazine.com/Awards/julie-eizenberg-and-hank-koning-awarded-the-2019-australian-institute-of-architects-gold-medal_o
Steel Profile
https://www.soundslikedesign.com.au/s/BS_STEEL_PROFILE_124_Julie_Eizenberg-36bb.pdf
Builder Magazine
https://www.builderonline.com/Design/top-firm-koning-eizenberg-architecture_o
Sponsors for Ms. Eisenberg’s Lecture include Season Sponsors Maharger Development and SMINK. Series Sponsors are Architectural Lighting Associates, Bentley Tibbs Architect, Bodron / Fruit, DLR Group | Staffelbach, Eggersmann Kitchens | Home Living, Faisal Halum, Headington Companies, HKS, Kafka Properties LLC, Moderndallas, O’Brien Architects, Perennials and Sutherland LLC, and Scott + Cooner. Lecture Sponsors are HDR Architecture and AD EX Foundation | JHP Architecture / Urban Design. Reception Sponsors are Corgan, and Ibanez | Shaw Architecture.
JULIE EIZENBERG, FAIA
PRINCIPAL
KONING EIZENBERG
SANTA MONICA
4 May 2021
Tuesday, 7:00 pm
Virtual Lecture Presentation via Zoom
Julie Eizenberg is a founding principal of Koning Eizenberg. Julie brings design vision, leadership, and expertise in working with cities, nonprofit agencies, institutions and private developers to generate inventive master plans and public places. She is an astute observer leading investigations that reshape the way we think about conventional building typologies. Her focus on the user experience — whether it is an individual, underserved community, or the public at large — brings an empathetic perspective that translates seemingly mundane programs into places of ease and generosity.
The studio’s design practice is rooted in an inherent pragmatism driven by tight budgets and commitment to environmentally responsive design. This approach converts constraints into innovative design strategies that are institutionally transformative. Notable projects include the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, Hancock Lofts, and 28th Street Apartments as well as more recent projects like the Pico Branch Library, Geffen Academy and Museum Lab. The firm’s work has been published extensively, including I.D., Architectural Record, Residential Architect, Vanity Fair and Metropolis.
Under Julie’s leadership, Koning Eizenberg has earned more than 180 design and sustainability awards and has been widely published. The practice has been honored as AIA California’s firm of the year, and she and founding partner Hank Koning were awarded the 2019 Australia Institute of Architects Gold Medal and the 2012 AIA Los Angeles Gold Medal in recognition of a lasting influence on the theory and practice of architecture.
Julie holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture and honorary doctorate from the University of Melbourne, Australia, and a master’s degree in architecture from UCLA. She teaches and lectures around the world, currently serves on the boards of Public Architecture, the School of Architecture at Taliesin, and FYI (From Youth Inside) FILMS. Her most recent book, titled “Urban Hallucinations,” offers more insight into the philosophy and work of a practice that aligns humanist values with inventive architectural form making.
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