Observations of an architect

Maurice Gagnon

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English

Reece Publishing
19 November 2025

Industrial: Commercial Art & Design; Individual architects & architectural firms

For as long as I can remember, I have had a heightened awareness of my surroundings. I sensed that I saw things a bit differently from other people, and often wondered why. I started writing about special moments that have stayed with me throughout my life to better understand their influence. Along with this writing, I was surveying the many thousands of photos I have taken from different times and locations, again, in an effort to distill what they mean to me. Both of these endeavors revealed several themes that form the basis of my approach to architecture.

As a collection of personal essays and images spanning more than twenty years, Observations of an architect examines iconic places, common experiences, and seemingly unrelated occurrences through an architectural lens, introducing broader thoughts on creative expression, on human nature, and on the practice of architecture.

By: Maurice Gagnon
Imprint: Reece Publishing
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 186g
ISBN: 9798993548326
Pages: 132
Publication Date: 19 November 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Maurice Gagnon is an American architect based in New England. He founded Gagnon Architecture with a belief that people deserve authentic and inspiring places. Known for its collaborative approach, the firm specializes in creating unique places that are relatable, efficient, and expressive. With more than twenty-five years of experience designing national and international projects, Maurice brings a depth of knowledge to high-performance cultural and arts-related projects. His work has been recognized by the American Institute of Architects, the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, and the U.S. Green Building Council. A frequent lecturer and visiting juror at numerous universities, Maurice is an active member of the American Institute of Architects, the American Alliance of Museums, and the Architectural League of New York. He is a registered architect in multiple states and continues to advocate for design that elevates the human experience.