This will be the first Arts Salon of the semester, a relaxed and inspiring social gathering where you can connect with fellow arts enthusiasts from across campus. 

 

To learn more about this event or secure your spot, click here. 

 

This special edition features guest speaker Paige Adair from the Portman Archives. She will offer a brief but fascinating look into the artistic legacy of John Portman: renowned architect, Georgia Tech alumnus, and passionate arts patron. 

 

Known for his iconic contributions to Atlanta’s skyline, Portman approached architecture as a holistic art form, seamlessly integrating visual art into his building designs. His final sculpture, KOAN, now stands proudly behind the Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons.

 

While you're here, don’t miss the Library’s special exhibition on the life and work of John Portman, now open in the Price Gilbert first floor Exhibit Gallery.

 

Come for the conversation, stay for the inspiration!

 

 

About Defining Skylines: John Portman and the Architectural Evolution of Downtown Atlanta

 

This event is part of the Georgia Tech Library’s exhibit, Defining Skylines: John Portman and the Architectural Evolution of Downtown Atlanta, now on display in Price Gilbert’s first floor gallery through December.

 

A proud Georgia Tech alumnus, Portman reshaped the city’s skyline with his innovative designs, including the groundbreaking Hyatt Regency and Peachtree Center. 

 

This exhibit offers an exclusive look into Portman’s creative process, architectural achievements, and lasting influence on urban design featuring artifacts from both the Georgia Tech Archives & Special Collections and the Portman Archives.

 

Explore how Portman’s connection to Georgia Tech helped shape his remarkable career and continues to inspire future generations of architects and designers. 

 

We invite the Atlanta community to join us in celebrating the enduring legacy of one of Atlanta’s most influential figures.