February 1, 2022

Brixen and Christopher Architects was a well-respected firm from 1963 through 2015. Founded by Jim Christopher and Marty Brixen, the firm was known for its use of concrete and natural light. Myron Richardson joined the firm in the 1970s and, after Brixen’s retirement, became Jim Christopher’s partner and later the President of the firm. A gentle soul, Myron became the standard-bearer of Jim Christopher’s philosophy that architecture is about the people who inhabit it.

The uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic has forced us all to be more cautious in all we do, valuing each other and our families as we navigate into the unknown. 2021 also presented some challenges. However, each of those opportunities were met with optimism, and as an organization, we succeeded!

It has been my honor and privilege to serve as the president of AIA Utah in 2021. It’s staggering to me what has been accomplished within AIA Utah this past year under the still difficult circumstances of an ongoing global pandemic. Despite these challenges, we have been able to “Connect, Collaborate, and Celebrate” in this, our 100th year, through our Centennial Celebration in April, our Scholarship Golf Tournament, Annual State conference held in September, and our Awards Celebration Gala held in October. I have seen many of you in-person and online during these events and have made great friendships along the way.