Michael J. Stransky
Michael Stransky, FAIA, will receive the highest award given by American Institute of Architects (AIA Utah) to an Emeritus Member who has made a significant, positive impact during his years of practice and service to the community. The Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented at the annual member celebration October 25, 2019.
Stransky is a founding member of the Salt Lake City-based architectural firm GSBS Architects. Founded in 1978, the firm provides architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, health care and health education consulting, economic analysis, sustainability and planning services through offices in Salt Lake City, Utah and Fort Worth, Texas. Mike served as president of the firm and for over 30 years was a member of the board of directors. He retired in 2013.
His partner, David Brems, said, “Service has been the hallmark of his career.” Brems added, “Mike has volunteered thousands of hours to public and professional organizations, the results are seen in many places of the built environment in our community and region.”
One example of Mike’s willingness to help make our community a better place is St Vincent De Paul soup kitchen. He volunteered, along with his firm, to design and build the St. Vincent de Paul Soup Kitchen when the original building was destroyed in a fire. He convinced local suppliers and a local contractor to also donate time and materials to rebuild this important support center for the homeless population in our city. The project won both AIA Utah and Western Mountain Region Honor Awards.
Michael Stransky has always been dedicated to the advancement of responsible, sustainable architecture. He continues to actively work with community groups, religious organizations, local, state and national agencies to foster architecture that serves and uplifts people.