Lewis and Gould, Installation view at Palazzo Mora, 2016.

Webster’s dictionary defines Time as the indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present and future. Space is a boundless three-dimensional extent in which objects and events occur and have relative position and direction. Existence is the state of living and having an objective reality. Each definition delineates an architectural reality and places each of us as viewers in a constantly changing network of relationships.
Architecture is where all of these converge. Work displayed at the Venice Biennale 2016 by its very nature carries on a dialog with history. The juxtaposition of old and new give the Viewer, the User, and the Architect a fresh and moving perspective.
As we trace our history through our architecture, we define our purpose as architects responding to a changing world. We embody a collection of completed projects and issues studied over the past 30 years. Viewing our work in time and space, we see responses that strive to expand solutions to technical and fiscal challenges while continuing to create from our nature of place making.
Our Work is efficient, beautiful, conscious of the conservation of resources, and focused on reducing the impact on the environment. We continue to believe in educating our clients, students, and the public of the world of possibilities and realities. Our net is wide. We see architects, at heart, as problem solvers. We remain challenged to hone our skills and use our strength and our consciousness to guide us toward new solutions.
Take light as an example. Light, to us, is real and tangible. The transference of light can be magical and open spaces, yet now we study the transference of light through triple glazing. While we pride ourselves on accentuating the richness of materials and detailing exotic woods and metals, we now pursue recycled materials with the same goal of creating inspiring pieces.
We often create versatile forms that provide multi-purpose solutions. We prepare for future possibilities whenever possible. Example: a studio penthouse knit with one angled roof, raised to receive the even northern light, and a long flat roof with a large overhang. The angle is ready to accept solar panels in the future and the flat roof was to be converted to a green roof for cooling in the summer while also shading the expanse of glass facing the view of lower Manhattan.
Our work has recently centered on the design of a net-zero home outside New York City. This home taps our passion for being environmentally responsible and brings new excitement to the world of the integration of systems. We continue to discover new materials. We expect our work to transition to Net Positive as we pursue correcting our carbon imprint, not simply staying in balance. We are also engaged with our community to apply new guidelines.
The reflection on our existence as Architects takes us through both time and space. We have moved from very specific roles in our society to becoming part of our community in a different way. We believe our existence is relevant. We must and will stretch to understand how to use our skills and abilities to solve the problems of natural and man-made disasters and help to restore a sense of peace and purpose through the creation of place.