Vancouver architect Gregory Henriquez discusses his approach and attitudes towards the importance of the architect’s ability to engage and empower a community

This past November, Gregory Henriquez of Henriquez Partners Architects in Vancouver released a book entitled Towards an Ethical Architecture. The book, published by BlueImprint, the fledgling Vancouver architectural press, is not so much an examination of the work produced by Henriquez as it is a discussion of the role that architects can have in society. The various chapters examine ethics, activism and critical commentary within contemporary practice. The following interview is a reflection of some of Henriquez’s attitudes regarding the development of his career and how he is learning to master three significant themes that are raised in the book: a fear of collective amnesia, trusting one’s own experiences, and exploring a sense of authentic expression beyond conventional style.

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