Knowledge on Knowledge

Abstract

Bruce E. Blackmer, FAIA, is President and CEO of Northwest Architectural Company, a firm of 120 specializing in architecture, planning, interior design, and capital facilities consulting, with offices in Seattle and Spokane, Washington, and Coeur d̂Alene, Idaho. With market focus in education, healthcare, laboratory, biotechnology, recreation, civic, hospitality, and extended care facilities, Northwest Architectural Company has been recognized internationally, with London–based World Architecture ranking the firm 178th in the world for 2004. Bruce was instrumental in developing the American lnstitute of Architects’ initiative to become a knowledge organization. He was a leading advocate for the knowledge agenda during his 1999–2002 term on the AIA National Board, and as Vice–President of the Institute in 2003, he spearheaded the reengineering of the former Professional lnterest Areas into the current AIA Knowledge Communities. Bruce received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from North Dakota State University and Master of Business Administration degree from Gonzaga University. He is a licensed architect in five states, NCARB certified, a past Regent of the American Architectural Foundation, and incoming Director of the National Architectural Accreditation Board.