Mary McLeod, Professor of Architecture at Columbia University, examines women designers’ influence on European modern architecture between the World Wars. The lecture is presented on the occasion of an exhibition featuring the Alexander H. Jeffries, Jr. Collection of Books on Architecture in the Main Library.

Focusing on kitchens and housing, McLeod will explore how women designers, despite their small numbers, had a disproportionate influence on modern architecture, particularly residential architecture and housing. These designers brought new interests and skills to the field through their personal experiences, previous training in the decorative or fine arts, and work in charity and domestic reform movements.

Sponsored by the Art Department and the Library.

This event is free and open to the public.