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International Archive of Women in Architecture (IAWA)

 Subject
Subject Source: Local sources

Found in 266 Collections and/or Records:

Steven and Cathi House Architectural Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2006-017
Abstract

Steven and Cathi House are Virginia Tech alumni and award winning architects. Their firm House + House is located in San Francisco, California. This collection includes materials for over 200 residential, institutional, and commercial projects scattered throughout the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

Dates: 1975-2020, undated

IAWA Initial Mailing

 Digital Record
Identifier: Ms1985-021_initialmailing

IAWA: International Archive of Women in Architecture Records

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-1985-021
Abstract

The records of the International Archive of Women in Architecture (IAWA) consist of files created by IAWA founder Milka Bliznakov, various IAWA officers, and Special Collections archivists. Materials include founding documents, meeting minutes, newsletter information, correspondence with supporters and donors, and internal correspondence.

Dates: 1967 - 2013; Majority of material found within 1985 - 2008

IAWA Small Collections,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2009-054
Abstract

The IAWA Small Collections was compiled from a variety of sources by Special Collections staff for use in reference and research. The collection consists primarily of biographical materials for women architects, architectural historians, and designers including curriculum vitas, firm brochures, exhibit notices, photographs, and publications. Drawings, sketches, course notes, correspondence, and other materials pertaining to architectural collections are also present.

Dates: 1907 - 2013

Elizabeth Wright Ingraham and Gordon Ingraham Christmas Card Designs,

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2015-059
Abstract

The collection includes 2 designs for Christmas cards. One is signed by both Elizabeth Wright Ingram and Gordon Ingram. The other is signed by only Gordon.

Dates: c.1950s (not after 1974)

Interior of Apartment for Retired Nurses

 Digital Record
Identifier: Ms1987-064_SchroederHan_B4F20_Photo_65-210-5

International Union of Women Architects (UIFA) Conference Materials

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2012-001
Abstract

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.

Dates: 1981 - 2024

Vera Jansone Architectural Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2001-026
Abstract

The Vera Jansone Architectural Collection primarily consists of drawings documenting Jansone (1915-2004)'s career as a student at the Ecole Nationale Superieure des Beaux Arts, Paris and as a professional architect in California.

Dates: ca 1940s, 1961-1975

Joan Wood Architectural Collection

 Collection
Identifier: Ms-2001-039
Abstract

This collection contains a mix of biographical information, project records, and architectural drawings. Records include drawings for 112 architectural projects from the architect Joan Wood and her Boston-based firm, Joan Wood Architects, along with some notes, correspondence, and project photographs. The later addition contains paper records, photographic materials, and design records for 73 named clients in the Boston area.

Dates: 1953 - 2000