Adam Gilbreath
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Selected Works
Wash Monolith
Born and raised in Arizona, I am passionate about the histories and ecologies that surround the place I live.
My studies at the University of Arizona, in Architecture and Philosophy, have narrowed this interest down to the relationship architecture and nature have with time. At present my work and studies address the interplay of the urban and natural with time, while recognizing the inherently socio-politcal nature of this intersection. I utilize my skills in 3D modeling, digital fabrication, drafting, film making, and painting as tools to interrogate these relationships. From these interrogations I have printed zines on the subject, made short films, and shown work in local galleries.
Presently
Architectural Designer, desertWORKS studio
2024 - Present
Architectural Association School of Architecture
MPhil in Architecture and Urban Design
2025 - Present
Education
University of Arizona
Bachelors of Architecture, Minor in Philosophy, Magna Cum Laude
2019 - 2024
Saguaro High School
Diploma, 31st in Class
2015 - 2019
Scottsdale Math & Science Academy
Diploma, Graduate with Distinction
2015 - 2019
Professional Experience
Architectural Intern
Rob Paulus Architects, Tucson, AZ
Summer 2023
Teachers Assistant, ARC 341 Techne III
University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
2022
Architectural Intern
G Squared Architecture, Tucson, AZ
Summer 2021
Payroll Staff
Metro Construction Maintenance, Scottsdale, AZ
2020
High School Internship
Jones Studio, Tempe, AZ
March 2019
Artistic Endeavors, Shows, and Presentations
NOMAS Grasshopper Workshop
Taught Workshop, University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ
2025
White on White #7
Small Works Show (Juried Group Show), Untitled Gallery, Tucson, AZ
2024
Wash Monolith
Large Scale Sculpture, Tucson, AZ
2022
Awards
Design
“Tucson Bath House”, ARC202, 2021
AIA Design Excellence Nominee
“Once There Was, Once There Wasn’t…”, ARC498, Capstone Project, 2023 - 2024
ARCC King Student Medal
AIA Design Excellence Honorable Mention
Undergraduate
Magna Cum Laude
Dean's List with Distinction:
Spring 2024
Dean’s List:
Spring 2023, Spring 2022, Fall 2021, Spring 2021, Fall 2020
Academic Year Academic Distinction:
Spring 2023, Spring 2022, Spring 2021, Spring 2020
Honorable Mention:
Fall 2022