Thursday, September 19, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Charles Dilbeck (1907-1990) is one of Dallas’ most iconic architects. Combining signature elements of French Norman and Ranch styles through variations, symmetry, and asymmetry, he developed a personal architectural style that is instantly recognizable in his works in Dallas and other cities such as Tulsa. Organized by a trio of individuals quite familiar to our architectural scene–architect Philip Henderson, FAIA, architect and author Willis Winters, FAIA, and photographer Carolyn Brown–Evolving A Personal Style: The Architecture of Charles Dilbeck uses large-scale photography highlighting a variety of buildings throughout the region to illustrate the common themes running through these unique structures.
The exhibition grew out of a workshop taught by noted architectural photographer Carolyn Brown. Participants learned about Dilbeck’s style and history, then documented homes throughout the Dallas area. Participating photographers include: Daisy Avalos, Justin Curtsinger, Lyndall Dyer, Don Essmiler, Gabrielle Pruitt, and Frank Richards.
Evolving A Personal Style: The Architecture of Charles Dilbeck is presented by the Architecture and Design Foundation with additional support from Katherine D. Seale, Mrs. Nancy Shutt, Nancy McCoy/McCoy Collaborative, Phoenix I Restoration and Construction, and Sachson Art.
Celebrate this important legacy exhibition with the show organizers, photographers, and the donors who helped make it possible at a reception on Thursday, September 19 at AD EX. After brief remarks at 6:45 p.m., exhibition curator Philip Henderson will lead attendees on a personal tour of the show.