Robert L Thompson: TVA Architects

Robert L. Thompson, FAIA, is the founder and lead design principal of TVA Architects, a Portland-based firm known for its collaboration, innovation, and conservation through beautiful design. He has designed many prominent buildings throughout Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, and this book celebrates his forty-year career. Thompson and TVA Architects have received numerous awards for their excellence in design, including being the youngest architect in America to be inducted into the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows.

Format: Hardback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 26 May 2022
Publisher: Images Publishing Group Pty Ltd

Robert L. Thompson, FAIA, is the visionary founder and principal design architect of TVA Architects, a Portland-based firm renowned for its collaborative, innovative, and environmentally conscious approach to architecture. With a portfolio of iconic buildings across Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, Thompson has established himself as a leading figure in the field. TVA Architects skillfully translate their clients' needs and aspirations into understated yet meaningful architectural masterpieces, meticulously detailed and flawlessly crafted.

This book, celebrating the fortieth anniversary of Thompson's illustrious career, showcases a selection of his most notable projects. Founded in 1984, TVA Architects has grown into an internationally recognized practice, with a strong presence in the Pacific Northwest. At the age of thirty-nine, Thompson was the youngest architect in America to be inducted into the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows, recognizing his significant contributions to the profession.

Throughout his career, Thompson and TVA Architects have garnered numerous accolades for their exceptional design work, both locally and nationally. Their projects encompass a diverse range of sectors, including corporate campuses, high-rise office towers, condominium towers, sports and recreational facilities, retail and cultural projects, as well as multi- and single-family residences. This lavishly illustrated monograph, featuring full-color photography and detailed plans, presents a compilation of select works that showcases Thompson's enduring influence in architecture over several decades.

Through their dedication to collaboration, innovation, and environmental stewardship, TVA Architects have left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape, creating spaces that not only enhance the lives of their users but also contribute to the betterment of the surrounding communities. Their commitment to excellence has earned them a reputation as one of the most respected and influential architectural firms in the world.

Weight: 2740g
Dimension: 254 x 254 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781864709131