Daina Augaitis, Clinton Cuddington, Geoffrey Erickson, and Nick Milkovich to speak at Site | Light | Cadence | Space: Arthur Erickson Revisited on July 10th.
VANCOUVER: On July 10th, the West Coast Modern League will be joined by Daina Augaitis, Clinton Cuddington, Geoffrey Erickson, and Nick Milkovich as we celebrate the centenary and build legacy of Arthur Erickson. They will speak to their work on Smith House II, Filberg House, and the Museum of Anthropology respectively. Through active renewal and preservation, this group has helped to shepherd some of Arthur’s most iconic structures forward, working to safeguard their physical longevity and continued inspiration for future generations. They will share these projects with us.
This year marks the centenary of Canada’s pre-eminent architect Arthur Erickson. Vancouver-born and raised, Erickson developed an interest first in the arts and then in the study of architecture, leading to an eclectic career with international impact that spanned six decades and produced some of Canada’s most iconic structures. Erickson defined site, light, cadence, and space as his four first principles of architecture, elements that are each critical to the understanding of his design explorations. From these, he created some of our region’s most cherished modern buildings, from single-family residences to our most significant cultural and civic spaces.
The Speakers
- Daina Augatis | Former Chief Curator/Associate Director at the Vancouver Art Gallery
- Clinton Cuddington | Founder/Co-Principal, Measured Architecture | Board Member, Arthur Erickson Foundation
- Geoffrey Erickson | Partner, Studio Erickson | Board Member, Arthur Erickson Foundation
- Nick Milkovich | Principal, Nick Milkovich Architects
Part of West Coast Modern Week 2024, presented by the West Vancouver Art Museum.
West Coast Modern Week 2024
West Coast Modern Week returns, from July 9 to 14, for a celebration of West Coast Modernism, a distinct architectural style with deep roots in West Vancouver. Surrounded by forested mountains, an expansive ocean, and a lush rainforest, this natural setting presents unique challenges and opportunities that are reflected in the local architecture. Presented by the West Vancouver Art Museum, West Coast Modern Week’s events include talks, exhibitions, socializing, and a unique Home Tour offering access to local, architecturally-significant homes.
