2D STEEL COLLAGE

2025

The history of steel in architecture begins with the Chicago fire of 1871. As architectural design became a focal point during this period, organizations and institutions were birthed, redefining safety in building practice. This strength however, eventually led to a comfortability and reliance within the practice of architecture. Ultimately, organizations like the AIA, NAAB, and NCARB remain stagnant, acting as a strong barrier to protect against new voices and ideas within the discipline. The collage depicts underrepresented voices trapped in a metaphorical fire, while the gatekeepers of architectural retain jurisdiction over their fates.