LETTER FROM THE EDITOR Be the Change I often think routine could be my downfall. I enjoy changing things up from time to time, ushering in the new and not settling for the mundane. Change and the element of surprise actually feels refreshing, sort of like a renewed sense of freedom and brings with it change of scenery, ideas and, for me at least, a change in spirit. After the year that we’ve had, I think we can all appreciate experiencing something new and there’s nothing like a new year to start switching things up and trying new things. A year ago, I changed PYLON into the member magazine that it is today and with your help, I think that change was worthwhile. Many times we hold on to things as they are because that’s the way they have always been, but I believe in constantly seeking out change and innovation. This is the reason why we’re changing things up this year. In the spirit of creativity and making sure that PYLON can sustain different iterations into the future, we’ve decided to try putting out seasonal issues this year. I’m also trying out new ways of having members participate at a higher level–and I have started with having Nadeen Hassan, Assoc. AIA be a Guest Editor for this issue. I’d like to continue making each issue this year a bit different while still holding on to the ideals that PYLON started with. I hope that you will shift gears and continue to go on this ride with me so that we can create meaningful change together! “ Here’s to the crazy ones. The misfits. The rebels. The troublemakers. The round pegs in the square holes. The ones who see things differently. They’re not fond of rules. And they have no respect for the status quo. You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them. About the only thing you can’t do is ignore them. Because they change things. They push the human race forward. And while some may see them as the crazy ones, we see genius. Because the people who are crazy enough to think they can change the world, are the ones who do.” — R OB SILTANEN
TALISHA L. SAINVIL, AIA EDITOR IN CHIEF
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