The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has named James Stewart Polshek the recipient of its 2018 Gold Medal. The organization’s highest honor, the award recognizes architects whose work has had an enduring impact on the theory and practice of architecture. Polshek is the AIA’s 74th Gold Medal winner.
Polshek, who received a Master of Architecture from Yale in 1955, is known for his contributions to both academia and the built environment. From 1972 to 1987, he served as the dean at the Columbia Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation, where he was credited with revitalizing the curriculum and attracting a world-renowned faculty.
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