Most of you in the non-architecture world might know a little about architecture. For example, the cool building you pass by everyday that is a milemarker on your route or maybe the Disney Concert Hall in LA by Gehry. A lot of what you see everyday is corporate designed architecture that follows an established formula and is profit driven. It is infill, and often realized as part of an urban planning scheme, but not “coffee table book” architecture.

I thought I would introduce you to others that are less loud and attention grabbing, although there are a couple exceptions on this list. It is an architecture to be digested more slowly, responsive to the site and program in a visionary way.

So I’ve compiled a short list this week for you to check out, if you stumble upon others let me know where it is and what you liked about it. Attach a photo if you like.

1. Carlos Scarpa

2. Rafael Moneo
3. Francesco Venezia
4. Peter Zumthor
5. Olson Sundberg Kundig Allen
6. Donald Judd
7. Raimund Abraham
8. MVRDV

If you would like to learn more about major Stararchitects, check out the Pritzker Prize list. I do not strive to someday make this list, but do hope to someday be exposed to the ideas, dialogue, and impressions of those that question and redefine the way we experience our built environments.