Miesing it up Since 1886
Preserving, advancing and celebrating the architectural legacy, philosophy and cultural influence of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe in Chicago, nationally and internationally for future generations.
“Architecture is the will of an epoch translated into space. Living, Changing, New.”
— Ludwig Mies van der Rohe
Happy Birthday, Mies!
Honoring Vinci | Hamp Architects
We are pleased to spotlight John Vinci (B.ARCH ’60), Philip Hamp, and Vinci | Hamp Architects in recognition of their pioneering restoration work, historic preservation advocacy, and architectural contributions to Chicago’s cultural landscape and built environment. Amongst the several alumni from Illinois Tech whose work has contributed to this illustrious firm is our Mies Society Board Member, Alex Krikhaar (B.ARCH ’91, M.S. ’94). The firm was honored by the Richard H. Driehaus Museum in December 2025. Congratulations to Vinci | Hamp!
Images top to bottom: John Vinci and Alex Krikhaar; College of Architecture Dean Reed Kroloff and John Vinci.
What is the Mies Society?
The Mies van der Rohe Society preserves and advances the legacy of architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe - his philosophy, teachings, and built works in Chicago and around the world. Through preservation advocacy, educational initiatives, cultural programming, and community engagement, we promote the enduring relevance of Mies's ideas while supporting environments that enrich human experience and improve the built world.