BRIAR GLENN
AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Glenn|Partners
SAY IT LOUD - TEXAS Exhibitor
Texas Based Designer
Who or what inspires you professionally?
I am inspired by passionate people who strive to make our world a better place.
BRIAR GLENN
Bio:
The great designer, Briar Glenn is the President of Glenn|Partners. During Briar’s nineteen years of professional experience, she has challenged clients to think beyond typical schools and how we can make sustainable decisions to support our global environment. Her stewardship helps foster ideas and innovative design solutions. Briar currently serves as the A4LE Past President, A4LE Southern Region Vice President and Dallas AIA VP of Programs and is also as Associate Board Member with the ACE Mentor Program of DFW.
How did you first learn about architecture and when did you decide that built environment profession was an area of interest for you?
I had always been curious and interested in architecture as a young girl, but I was convinced after my first studio at Oklahoma State University. Architecture is a profession that stimulates both the left and right side of the brain!
What do you do?
As President of a small firm, I wear a lot of hats. My typical daily role is Senior Project Manager but no matter how large or small the task is, I am always ready to roll up my sleeves and put in the work to get the job done.
What excites you in the work you do?
Our practice primarily focuses on K12 and Higher Education architectural design. It is extremely exciting because we are helping to influence educational design that has a direct impact on inspiring students to become lifelong learners.
Who or what inspires you professionally?
I am inspired by passionate people who strive to make our world a better place.
What is your proudest professional accomplishment or achievement?
Staring my own practice was a very scary endeavor but I have absolutely no regrets! I am extremely proud of the talented people that have joined the Glenn Partners family and am inspired every day by their passion and dedication to the profession!
Featured Project Name:
Ursuline Academy of Dallas
Featured Project Location:
Dallas, Texas
Featured Project Completion Date:
2022 (est.)
Role in Featured Project:
Project Manager
Featured Project Description:
The design and planning concept creates open and flexible learning space to inspire project and group collaboration. The exterior and interior building environment fosters curiosity to help student learn better through the use of technology, transparency and social encounters while the academic programs foster customized college and career skills, strengths, and passion by planning the type of educational spaces and learning environment that empower young women for the future.
