Alliance Francaise de Chicago; Lecture and Book Signing
Wednesday, December 31, 1969
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
6:15 p.m.
Alliance Française, please enter at 54 West Chicago Avenue
Admission: $5
This new book reveals the story of one architect’s mid-course adjustment, a journey of discovery from Modern to Classical and back again, from disillusionment to renewed inspiration.
In addition to M. Lagrange’s projects, stunningly captured by Mr. Zbaren; you’ll find an essay by Mr. Sharoff and a wide-ranging conversation with Mr. Lagrange where he discusses his early years at Skidmore Owings & Merrill and his subsequent career as one of Chicago’s most prominent architects. “Lucien Lagrange: The Search for Elegance” will appeal to those interested in the history of architecture and design in the post-Modern era as well as those curious about the role history and context play in contemporary architecture and the opportunities they provide for innovative design.
Born and raised in France, Lucien Lagrange moved to Montreal in 1959 (then 18-years-old) in pursuit of a start in the field of Architecture. He graduated from McGill University School of Architecture in 1972 and came to Chicago in 1968 where he worked at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (S.O.M) during the summers as an intern.
Mr. Lagrange made Chicago his permanent residence in 1978, and became a Senior Designer and Studio Head at S.O.M, contributing to 7 major projects during his 7 year career there. Having established Lucien Lagrange Architects in 1985 — now a 60-person firm — both his office and his residence have remained in Chicago, where he keeps a finger on the pulse of the city that has become his home.
Please join us post-lecture for a book sale and signing, as well as a complimentary glass of wine.
For reservation information call: (312) 337-1070
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