SOM Journal 4 is the fourth issue in a continuing series which highlights conceptual undercurrents being developed at SOM. The Journals present a selection of SOM projects chosen by a jury renowned in the fields of architecture, art, and engineering. This process of review by jury is an endeavor unique to SOM in documenting external criticism of current projects through an unparalleled format for review. The work presented exhibits the firm’s ongoing contributions to the discipline of architecture. This year’s jury gathered at the Alvar Aalto Studio in Helsinki, Finland on June 27, 2004.
Works Included: Creative & Performing Arts High School; Schloss Velden; Pin-Fuse Joint; ARB Bank Headquarters; United States Air Force Academy Cadet Chapel Restoration; West Bay Office Tower.