Dallas Mapping Project
1. You seem to be very interested in problem solving on a big scale. When did this become an interest of yours?
BB: When I was 3, I solved little problems, but in terms of large scale projects, I worked to be relevant and had opportunities.
2. What is the biggest challenge you face working on urban design projects?
BB: Always working to build authentically- making informed choices, and understanding that everyone has different ideas which leads to no wrong answers.
3. What is a typical day like at your studio?
BB: There is no typical day; there are lots of meetings and smart people.
4. What is your vision for Dallas?
BB: To be Dallas.
5. Do you think architecture can bring about social change in our city? If so, how?
BB: Yes, it can create more informed choices and affordable housing.
6. Did you have any obstacles to get this position that you are in right now?
BB: Yeah, being lucky was what brought me here, and I love it. It took lots of individual decisions and I was the one to push things forward.
7. What is your greatest achievement, and what goals do you have for the near future?
BB: Family and friendship, and having an environment like this. (Refers to studio)
8. Were you interested in a different career before you chose architecture and urban design?
BB: I was always interested in architecture, but usually anything that related to business. I was into the oilfields too, because I worked with my parents when I was young.
9. Do you have any idols or mentors?
BB: My parents are key- my mom and dad. In terms of mentors, a client can be the best person who can improve an architect.
10. How does architecture affect your daily life?
BB: It consumes 18 hours of my day.
Brent Brown
Brent A. Brown is an architect/urban planner who has had a deep impact on our community. He earned his Bachelor of Environmental Design and Master of Architecture from Texas A&M University, and in 2009, he became the Founding Director of the Dallas CityDesign Studio. He is also the Founding Director of the buildingcommunityWORKSHOP (bcWORKSHOP).