Omar Gandhi of Omar Gandhi Architects

Omar Gandhi describes the processes behind a couple of his firm’s projects, including the Peggy’s Cove viewing platform in Nova Scotia and a private residence overlooking the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. He discusses how public projects can stir up controversy, but also create important change that is subsequently recognized by the public. He also explains his process of collaboration, and details how his early experiences as an architect shaped his perspective on authenticity and work ethic. 

Learning objectives: 

1. Describe the evolution of the Peggy’s Cove viewing platform in terms of public perception and outcome. 
2. List the concepts and key elements of design for the Schlotfeldt residence.  
3. Explain Gandhi’s view on the effects of AI and the housing market on the architecture industry. 
4. Discuss Gandhi’s value system in terms of construction and what he thinks architecture needs to focus more on. 

Credits: 0.5 AIA LU/HSW

Speaker: Aaron Prinz