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Gordon Gill, AIA :: Supertall and Super Sustainable

Gordon Gill, AIA, partner and award-winning architect at Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture, will discuss his philosophy of utilizing form as a contributor to building and planning performance in large-scale mixed-use projects around the world.  

Gordon's work includes the design of the world's first net zero-energy skyscraper, the Pearl River Tower (designed at SOM Chicago), and the world's first large-scale positive energy building, Masdar Headquarters. These landmark projects achieve energy independence by harnessing the power of natural forces on site, striking a balance with their environmental contexts.

Admission: $12 UTRF members, students and seniors; $15 non-members.  For tickets click here.

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