Phil Freelon named Tar Heel of the Year

Durham-based architect Phil Freelon was named 2009's Tar Heel of the Year by the News & Observer. Freelon graduated from NC State in 1975 with a Bachelor's in Environmental Design with honors and later returned to the Triangle to open a practice as well as teach at his alma mater.

The article is one of the the better articles I have read from the N & O. It provides an in-depth look into not only his architecture, but also his personal life and background. It highlights two of his firm's latest projects, the Museum of African American History and Culture on the mall in Washington DC and the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts and Culture in Charlotte.

Thanks to the N & O for recognizing Phil Freelon and his firm for the architectural tradition they are helping to continue in the Triangle.