Founded in 1992 byAndrew Skurman,Skurman Architects is based in San Francisco and Paris. Drawing from on-site study, and a rare collection of academic monographs, the firm uses historical precedents to guide its design process for innovative, and sophisticated solutions for modern building and living. The firm utilizes the Beaux-Arts tradition of watercolor rendering, along with constructing models, to further complement its work. Skurman Architects is recognized nationally and internationally for custom residences, from grand country residences to city apartments. The firm has emerged as the leading practice for applying classicism through the diverse traditions of the French, Georgian, and Mediterranean (Greco-Roman) styles. Skurman was recently a visiting artist at the American Academy in Rome. He is currently working on projects in Japan, India, France and California.

ABOUT DYNAMIC MINDS SERIES led by Diane Dorrans Saeks
DIANE DORRANS SAEKS presents “DYNAMIC MINDS”, a vivid illustrated series of one-hour virtual visits/ live webcasts to leading design/ architecture studios to interview top San Francisco interior designers and architects, during San Francisco Design Week.

Creativity, ideas, inspiration and exploration, balanced with in-depth knowledge and inspiration, remain essential elements in today’s interiors and architecture. These elements will be discussed at “Dynamic Minds.”

In each sixty-minute webcast, Diane Dorrans Saeks will examine each individual’s newest work and, their classic projects. Designers and architects will guide us on a visit to their studio and study their work processes and environment. Through this one-hour meeting, participants will gain a vibrant insight and understanding of each designer/ architect and their global projects.

Open to designers in all disciplines, architects, students, entrepreneurs, tech specialists, and the public. This event requires an additional ticket fee of $20 plus the all-access pass. The additional fee is being paid to the community organizer for producing this series.

Diane Dorrans Saeks- Dynamic Minds Virtual Series: Architect ANDREW SKURMAN, founder of Skurman Architects, San Francisco and Paris