For 60 years, Noémi Pernessin Raymond was a collaborative partner with her husband, Antonin Raymond, contributing to nearly every aspect of their architecture and design practice in Asia and America. While historical bias frequently minimized her influence, Antonin credited her as his primary inspiration and teacher. This lecture by Mr. DeFazio examines Noémi’s extensive work in textiles, furniture, interiors, and even residential design, reevaluating her essential role within the 20th-century modern movement.
Lecture: Noémi Pernessin Raymond: Designer/Artist
Lecturer: John DeFazio, AIA
- Tour from 1:00 PM– 2:30 PM
- Lecture fron 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Cost: $25
1.5 CEU’s
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
Objective 1 (History/Theory): Analyze the multidisciplinary design approach of Noémi Pernessin Raymond and how her integration of craft (textiles, furniture, and lighting) influenced the development of Modernism in Japan and the U.S.
Objective 2 (Technical/Material): Identify specific materials and finishes pioneered by the Raymond studio, such as, finished concrete, natural materials, forged ironwork and built-in systems, and evaluate their impact on the functionality and longevity of 20th-century residential interiors.
Objective 3 (Collaboration/Professional Practice): Examine the coequal partnership model of the Raymond office to understand how collaborative practices can improve project delivery and integrated design outcomes in contemporary architecture.
Objective 4 (HSW/Welfare): Discuss the historical gender biases in architectural attribution and analyze how recognizing diverse contributions leads to a more equitable and inclusive professional history.
