An education in the arts and humanities prepares students to be problem solvers, to advocate for themselves, and to chart the course of their lives and careers. For Lehigh Class of 1994 alumni Matt Berman, Andrew Kotchen, and Tom Zoli, their experiences in the department of Art, Architecture, and Design taught them how to build their own futures—together.
The founding principals and principal architects of award-winning design firm Workshop/APD recently came back to campus to share their stories, from Lehigh memories of all-nighters in Chandler-Ullmann Hall to their firm’s evolving legacy: the next generation of architects they’re inspiring.
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Episode extras
- Explore Workshop/APD’s broad portfolio of work — from high end residential, hotels and hospitality, and real estate development, to their collection of custom-made furnishings.
- Tom Zoli was only half kidding when — asked what advice he’d give his younger self — he replied “learn Revit.” The software is an indispensable tool in the modern architect’s kit.
- And did you know Chandler-Ullmann, the historic Lehigh building where Berman, Kotchen, and Zoli spent so many long hours, is a National Historic Chemical Landmark? Read all about the building
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