Chicago Architecture and the Aesthetics of Soft Power

In-Person
Francisco Gonzalez-Pulido, Sarah Herda, and Matthew Messner join YP members to discuss the storied history and global positioning of Chicago’s architecture.
A photo of the Chicago river at night, looking east towards the skyline.
Dec
4
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Speakers
Francisco Gonzalez-Pulido
Sarah Herda
Matthew Messner
Date and Time
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Location
FGP Atelier, 1550 West Carroll Avenue, Suite 215, Chicago, IL 60607
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This event is for members of our Young Professionals network. For further information, please reach out to msefami@globalaffairs.org.
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About This Event

Architecture has long been a visible expression of both national power and international exchange. In Chicago, the birthplace of the skyscraper, architecture is more than a backdrop; it has been a symbol of innovation and civic identity since the 1893 World's Fair. What role does the built environment play in shaping diplomacy and cultural influence? How has Chicago's architecture historically positioned the city on the global stage, and in what ways is Chicago continuing to lead global conversations on architecture and design? Members of our Young Professionals network are invited to join Francisco Gonzalez-Pulido, Sarah Herda, and Matthew Messner for a wide-ranging conversation on the city’s architectural history and its global significance.

This event will consist of a 30-minute program and one hour of networking.

About the Speakers
Francisco Gonzalez-Pulido
Founder & Principal, FGP Atelier
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Francisco Gonzalez-Pulido is currently the founder and principal at FGP Atelier. Previously, in his 15 years at the international architectural firm JAHN, he designed and built projects on four continents. He shared the design leadership of the firm's work with the internationally acclaimed architect Helmut Jahn.
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Sarah Herda
Executive Director, Graham Foundation
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Sarah Herda is the executive director of the Graham Foundation for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts. Founded in 1956, Graham Foundation is the only private foundation in the United States committed to providing project-based grants to individuals and institutions working to address issues related to architecture and the built environment.
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Matthew Messner
Principal, DRUMLIN PLLC
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Matthew Messner is a licensed architect, critic, and educator. Currently, Messner is Founding Principal of DRUMLIN, a Chicago-based Architecture firm. He is the former Midwest Editor of the Architect’s Newspaper and has served on numerous award and fellowship juries.
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Attend In-Person Open to young professionals
Event Series Global Power, Chicago-Style
Issues Culture
Regions Chicago & the Midwest
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