the museum of art at washington state university is featuring a retrospective exhibition, spotlighting the work of jim olson — founder of seattle-based architecture firm olson kundig. on view are residential projects — many of which are constructed within the northwest region of the united states — from the architect’s 45 year long career, beginning with the inception of his practice in 1966. the exhibit includes process notebooks demonstrating olson’s developmental sketches, alongside large photographs, models, and installations.
‘lake washington residence’ | main image: ‘hong kong villa’
‘an american place’ exterior view
‘an american place’ interior view
‘gallery house’
‘house of light’
exhibition info:
name: jim olson: architecture for art
location: the museum of art, washington state university
dates: through december 10, 2011