Historically, there have been few Black architects in the country, and even today, they comprise only 2% of licensed architects. Now, after years of being overshadowed, some buildings designed by ...

Washington has more than 600 buildings that were constructed or designed by at least 100 Black architects, including notable edifices such as the Twelfth Street YMCA (William Sidney Pittman), the ...

Black architects have been innovators in the industry since the late 19th century. Early pioneers were instrumental in building hotels, churches, universities and government buildings that still ...

She’s also excited about building a new design studio ... national president of the American Institute of Architects (AIA). As the first Black woman to hold this position, she’s excited ...

Often, their contributions to the architectural landscape have been overlooked. Now, after years of being overshadowed, some buildings designed by Black modernists are finally being recognized.

Often, their contributions to the architectural landscape have been overlooked. Now, after years of being overshadowed, some buildings designed by Black modernists are finally being recognized.