Mary Louise “Lou” Grace was a trailblazer in architecture and engineering, making history in 1950 as New Mexico’s first licensed female architect and engineer. A pivotal figure in SMPC Architects’ early years, she helped shape the firm’s foundation and spent over 20 years advancing the profession. Her legacy continues to inspire progress in gender equity within architecture today.
The Albuquerque Civic Auditorium was completed in 1957. Designed by Gordon Ferguson and Don Stevens, this film footage shows the unique construction technique used to build the facility. Footage courtesy of Charlie Wilkinson and Modern Albuquerque.
In 2017, SMPC Architects moved from our original Nob Hill location to the Historic First National Bank Building. We renovated the space on the 8th floor of the building, which was constructed in 1922. This month, we celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the building. Learn a little about the history of the building and the City of Albuquerque in this short clip.
The Albuquerque Civic Auditorium was completed in 1957. Designed by Gordon Ferguson and Don Stevens, this film footage shows the unique construction technique used to build the facility. Footage courtesy of Charlie Wilkinson and Modern Albuquerque.