Kenneth Lewis

Kenneth A. Lewis, AIA, served as the 2021 President of AIA New York (American Institute of Architects New York Chapter).12 He is a partner at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), a renowned architectural firm, where he has worked since 1986.12

Professional Background

Lewis has built a reputation for overseeing large-scale, complex architectural projects across the globe. His portfolio includes:

• One World Trade Center
• 7 World Trade Center
• Time Warner Center
• 35 Hudson Yards
• Brookfield Properties at Manhattan West1

Education

• Bachelor of Fine Arts from Rhode Island School of Design
• Master of Architecture from Harvard University1

AIA New York Presidency

As the 2021 President of AIA New York, Lewis chose the theme "REFLECTION/INFLECTION" for his tenure.14 This theme was particularly relevant given the challenges faced in 2020, including:

• Extreme weather events
• The COVID-19 pandemic
• Economic difficulties
• Renewed calls for racial justice1

During his presidency, Lewis focused on several key areas:

1. Addressing pressing issues for the architectural community
2. Advocating for climate and sustainability initiatives
3. Supporting members during economic downturns
4. Providing resources for emerging professionals and firms
5. Acting as a platform for community engagement1

Lewis's leadership aimed to use the challenging moment as an opportunity for reflection on past achievements and inflection towards future progress in the field of architecture.1

Kenneth A. Lewis, AIA, can be found on LinkedIn under the username kenneth-lewis-aia-1b361949.23