Blaine Brownell, AIA

Blaine Brownell, AIA, writes ARCHITECT's Mind & Matter column, which explores the application of innovative architectural materials. He is an associate professor and director of the M.Arch. program at the University of Minnesota.

Latest Articles by Blaine Brownell, AIA

Mind & Matter
Iron Found to be an Essential Element in Gothic Architecture
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Conceptual Biomimetic, 3D-Printed Gear for Unsustainable Environments
2 MIN READ
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Mexican Startup Converts Waste Styrofoam into Usable Plastic
2 MIN READ
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Wake Forest University Students Develop an Echolocation Device
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Researchers at the Ohio State University Develop a Solar-Powered Battery
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