R. Lawrence Kirkegaard, FASA, Hon. AIA

Education

M. Architecture 1964, Harvard Graduate School of Design. A.B. cum laude, 1960, Harvard College

Courses in acoustics and architectural lighting at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1964

Mr. Kirkegaard has consulted on a significant number of the world’s performing arts facilities designed or renovated over the past forty years. He has been a pioneering figure in the field of architectural acoustics, helping to redefine the relationship between music and architecture – achievements recognized by the Acoustical Society of America, American Institute of Architects, United States Institute for Theatre Technology, and conductors and musicians around the world.

His liberal arts background, musical interests, architectural training and extensive construction experience provide a comprehensive basis for his consulting practice; a philosophy of approach that has defined the relationship between the firm and its clients since 1976.

Professional Memberships

Fellow, Acoustical Society of America; Honorary Membership, American Institute of Architects; Member, United States Institute of Theatre Technology, Audio Engineering Society, International Society for the Performing Arts, American Symphony Orchestra League, and League of Historic American Theatres. He has served on Harvard Graduate School of Design Alumni Council, Design Arts Challenge Grant Panel of the National Endowment of the Arts, the Building by Design Panel of the Illinois Arts Council, and the Advisory Board of the Denver Recording and Research Center.