Duo Dickinson facts for kids
George A. "Duo" Dickinson, Jr. (born August 21, 1955) is a famous American architect. He lives in Madison, Connecticut, and has designed over 500 buildings! He is known for creating unique and interesting homes.
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About Duo Dickinson
Duo Dickinson has built a long and successful career in architecture. He is respected for his designs and for sharing his knowledge with others.
His Education and Early Career
Duo Dickinson went to Cornell University. He earned his degree in Architecture in 1977. After graduating, he started his own architecture business in 1987. This was a big step for him to begin designing buildings on his own.
Awards and Achievements
Duo Dickinson has won more than 30 awards for his amazing work. Some of these include the Architectural Record Record House award and the Metropolitan Home Met Home Award. He also received design awards from the American Institute of Architects in Connecticut and New York.
He helped start The Congress of Residential Architecture (CORA). This was the first national group for people who design homes. It has grown a lot, with many chapters and members across the country. In 2017, he was given a special honor called Fellowship in AIA, which shows how much he is respected in his field.
Sharing His Knowledge
Duo Dickinson loves to share what he knows about design and homes. He was a co-host for a web series on CNN and Money Magazine called Home Work. He also co-hosted a radio show called The Real Life Survival Guide.
You might have seen or heard him on other national shows, like CNN's Open House or NPR's Studio 360. He also hosts his own monthly radio show called Home Page on WPKN. Through these shows, he helps people learn more about building and design.
