Marion Manley facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Marion Manley
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| Born | April 29, 1893 Junction City, Kansas
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| Died | 1984 |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | University of Illinois |
| Occupation | Architect |
| Awards | Member Emeritus American Institute of Architects |
| Projects | University of Miami campus |
Marion Isadore Manley (born April 29, 1893 – died February 1984) was an important Florida architect. She was only the second woman to be a registered architect in Florida. She was also the thirteenth woman to join the American Institute of Architects, a major group for architects.
Life and Work
Marion Manley was born in Junction City, Kansas, in 1893. After finishing her studies at the University of Illinois, she moved to Miami, Florida, in 1917. She worked there for almost 50 years. She helped design many buildings and spaces in the city.
It was very rare for women to be architects back then. When she joined the American Institute of Architects, some letters were even sent to 'Mr. Marion Manley'. This shows how unusual it was for a woman to be in her profession.
Manley was one of the main designers for the University of Miami campus. She also designed many other buildings. In the 1920s, she created small houses in the Spanish style. In the 1930s, she worked on Miami's U.S. Post Office and Federal Building.
Later, in the 1940s, she helped create the main plan for the Coral Gables campus of the University of Miami. She worked with another architect, Robert Law Weed, on this project. She also designed the first large classroom building there.
Marion Manley designed many "tropical modern" houses. These homes were made to fit the warm Florida climate. She also designed the University of Miami's Ring Theater. In the 1950s, she designed the main structure for the Asolo Theater at the Ringling Museum. She kept working on projects through the 1960s and early 1970s.
Manley used local materials in her designs. This made her buildings fit well with the tropical weather of South Florida. Her work included homes and public buildings that used styles common to the area.
Awards and Recognition
Marion Manley was highly respected by other architects. She was the President of the American Institute of Architects' South Florida chapter two times. She was also the Vice President of the Florida Association of Architects twice.
In 1973, she received the Gold Medal Award from the Florida Association of the American Institute of Architects. This is a very high honor for an architect. In 1956, she was chosen to be part of the College of Fellows. This means she was recognized for her outstanding work and contributions to architecture. On December 1, 1966, she was named a Member Emeritus by the American Institute of Architects. This honor is given to members who have made lasting contributions to the profession.
See also
In Spanish: Marion I. Manley para niños
