International Union of Women Architects
Historical Note
Founded in 1963, by Solange d'Herbez de la Tour, the International Union of Women Architects/Union International des Femmes Architectes (UIFA) aims to make known and promote the Woman Architect; to establish relationships and exchanges between professional women; to collect all information concerning the stature and professional life of these women world-wide; to favor friendship links and solidarity, between all members, without political, racial, or religious discrimination. UIFA also works closely with the International Union of Architects (UIA) and others for the interest of the built environment.
UIFA members range from over 75 different countries.
Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:
Elevation Drawing, South View of "Altenwohnheim" [Retirement Home], March 5, 1964 (Ms1987-061)
International Union of Women Architects (UIFA) Conference Materials
The International Union of Women Architects (UIFA) was founded in 1963 by Solange d'Herbez de la Tour. The organization aims to promote women in the profession by increasing the public's awareness of contributions made to the field by women and by creating a network of international colleagues. UIFA encourages the exchange of information through its regular conferences hosted by participating chapters from around the globe.
Hilde Weström Architectural Collection,
This collection contains the paper of Hilde Westrom who was born 1912 in Neisse, Upper Silesia, Germany. She was an architect of Berlin, Germany. The materials in the collection include biographical information, articles, photographs of Westrom and her designs, and architectural drawings for nine projects (1954-1970).