Sally Brown, 2015 chair of The Branch Museum of Architecture and Design Board of Trustees and member of the Shimer College Board of Trustees, will be recognized with AIA Virginia Honors at the Visions for Architecture gala on Friday, Nov. 6, 2015, at the Science Museum of Virginia. AIA Virginia Honors may be bestowed on non-member individuals or organizations that have inspired, influenced, or complemented the architecture profession in Virginia through practice of an allied profession, research, education, planning, legislation, architectural writing, the arts, or crafts.
As an interior designer, educator, architecture critic, tour guide and curator, Sally has effortlessly translated the world of good design for audiences of all ages in her work with school children, higher-education students, and communities of artists and enthusiasts at places like The Visual Arts Center and programs like Art 180.
Through her many associations and activities, Sally has shown significant insight into the thought process, value and impact of good design on the built environment. Her faithful service and leadership in organizations like The Branch Museum of Architecture and Design, the Mayor’s Advisory Committee, the Commission of Architectural Review, and the Urban Design Committee showcase her ability to communicate and encourage critical thinking.
Peyton Boyd, FAIA, Principal of Peyton Boyd Architect comments, “Sally has spent her life in service of the arts. She is a tireless advocate for design excellence and for the power of the arts to elevate, educate, and inspire us.”
For her service and contributions to the elevation of architecture and design in Richmond and throughout the Commonwealth, AIA Virginia presents Sally Brown with AIA Virginia Honors.