Auburn Gresham Apartments Celebrate Ribbon Cutting | Urbanize
"'The investments we are seeing today on the South Side will ensure that Chicago continues to grow and thrive, not just today, but for generations to come,' Mayor Brandon Johnson said. 'We want to continue to attract people, businesses and jobs to Chicago, particularly to our South and West Sides, and these projects in Auburn Gresham are an important step forward for our city.'"
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Affordable Apartment Buildings Open In Auburn Gresham After Years Of Planning, Pushback | Block Club Chicago
"Ross Barney Architects has always advocated for quality design that serves the people of Chicago. It has been a privilege to collaborate with our dedicated team, including lead developers Evergreen and Imagine, to create transformative new homes for the Auburn Gresham community," said Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, Founder and Design Principal of Ross Barney Architects.
Click here to read the full article on the Block Club Chicago website. To learn more about the INVEST South/West project, click here.
Channel 25—This is Herstory: Carol Ross Barney
As a final celebration of Women’s History Month, we share a video produced by the City of Chicago Cable Channel 25 that showcases a series of interviews highlighting the achievements of remarkable Chicago women.
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“…here are women achieving significant milestones who have often been overlooked. They have not yet received the recognition they deserve, which matters a great deal, especially in fields like architecture where opportunity is paramount.”
– Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, Founder and Design Principal of Ross Barney Architects and the recipient of the 2023 American Institute of Architects, Gold Medal.
Chicago Architecture Center—Why is Chicago considered the City of Architecture?
Produced by the Chicago Architecture Center, learn from Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, the 2023 American Institute of Architects Gold Medal recipient, as she shares why Chicago is considered the city of architecture.
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Relentlessly advocating that excellent design is a right, not a privilege, Carol and her firm, Ross Barney Architects, are dedicated to the design of public spaces, exploring the power of the built environment to improve our daily lives.
Guess-a-Sketch 2025
We had an amazing time playing and connecting with our fellow colleagues at AIA Chicago Guess A Sketch 2025! The buildings and sketches were tough, but all teams brought creative flair with their team outfits, from train conductors to full denim ensembles, and our own "8 Shades of Grey" (mixed with a set of drawing pencils). We’re ready for next year!
How cities can save the world | Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, HASLA | TEDxChicago
Renowned architect Carol Ross Barney reveals how cities, while being humanity's greatest achievement, are also one of the biggest contributors to climate change. Click here to watch her talk.
Through compelling examples from Chicago's transformation, she demonstrates how urban spaces can be reimagined for radical sustainability. She challenges us to take responsibility for our urban futures, proving that sustainable cities aren't just possible—they're essential for human survival. Her vision redefines urban spaces as solutions to our climate crisis.
'I remember the day': OKC Federal Building architect weighs in amid possible sale
The Federal Building in Oklahoma City, designed by Ross Barney Architects to replace the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building, which was destroyed in a 1995 domestic terror attack that claimed 168 lives, may be put up for sale.
Click here to watch the interview, as Carol Ross Barney speaks on why it’s important to maintain the building’s current use as a Federal Office Building, stating, “I Remember the Day Vividly”… ”After the bombing, they didn't want... to be chased away. They wanted a building that represented openness, solidity, symbolizing our resilience."
Carol Ross Barney, FAIA has joined the Dezeen Awards judging panel
Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, has joined the judging panel for the 2025 Dezeen Awards. The Awards in partnership with Bentley, seeks the best architects and designers from around the world, recognizing the individuals and studios producing the most outstanding work across architecture, interior and design.
Click here to read more about the 2025 Dezeen Awards and judges panel.
The Chicago Network / HerStories Podcast — Carol Ross Barney: Architect, Chicagoan, and Optimist
HerStories is a podcast that brings to light the inspiring lives of Chicago Network members who are leaders in the professions, business, cultural nonprofits, and educational institutions. Their stories uncover who they are, their paths taken, and the challenges encountered along the way.
Carol Ross Barney joins the host of the podcast, Maria Doughty, to discuss her life story and more.
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The Chicago Riverwalk Announced as a Finalist for the U.S. Pavilion at the 19th International Architecture Exhibition at La Biennale di Venezia
Ross Barney Architects has been selected as a finalist for PORCH: An Architecture of Generosity, the U.S. Pavilion exhibition at the 19th International Architecture Biennale di Venezia. Organized by the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design at the University of Arkansas in collaboration with DesignConnects and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, PORCH represents the United States’ exploration of civic engagement, community building, and social and environmental resilience through architecture and design.
As part of the exhibition, Ross Barney Architects work will be featured within the U.S. Pavilion, contributing to the broader dialogue on the role of architecture in fostering generosity, connection, and cultural exchange. Click here to visit Open Call — Porch: An Architecture of Generosity at the link below, and follow @porchusa2025.
"Tension and compromise are essential parts of the creative process"
During a sold-out event at the Chicago Architecture Center's Architect Talk and Book Signing, Carol Ross Barney, FAIA, Founder and Design Principal of Ross Barney Architects, addressed a question from Reed Kroloff, Dean and Rowe Family College of Architecture Endowed Chair at IIT College of Architecture:
Carol shared an insight on the often idealized view of architectural projects, stating, “There is a misconception that great projects happen harmoniously with deliriously happy clients and designers… that’s a myth. Tension and compromise are essential parts of the creative process.”
Carol Ross Barney | Design is a Superpower; IIT's Beyond the Surface Podcast
Architecture students at IIT present “Beyond the Surface”, a podcast that illuminates the stories, personalities, and philosophies of architects and designers. This series engages guests in conversations that explore what shapes their identities and beliefs, and how these influences appear in their work.
To listen to the episode featuring Carol Ross Barney, click here.