Celebrating Two Years of Accomplishments Since our founding, Friends of Yamasaki has grown enormously. Beginning with co-chair Donald Kunz’s initial meeting with Eugenia Woo of Historic Seattle in July 2023, our membership now approaches 200 Friends, including 14...
On November 15, 2024, Friends of Yamasaki partnered with Tyler Sprague, University of Washington Associate Professor of Architecture and Engineering, to nominate Minoru Yamasaki for the UW College of Built Environments Roll of Honor. Open to new nominees only once...
Minoru Yamasaki, a name synonymous with architectural innovation, has left an indelible mark on the world. His legacy, beautifully captured in the KUOW article “Serenity, Surprise, and Delight: The Legacy of Architect Minoru Yamasaki,” offers a profound look into the...
Minoru Yamasaki was a pioneering Japanese-American architect, best known for his design of the original World Trade Center in New York City and the Pacific Science Center in Seattle. Here are some key highlights of his life and career: Early Life and Education Born:...
The new children’s book, “Shapes, Lines, and Light: My Grandfather’s American Journey” by Katie Yamasaki, beautifully highlights the life and legacy of Minoru Yamasaki, the architect behind Seattle’s Pacific Science Center1. This picture book not only celebrates his...
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