Tawaw

Tawaw Architecture Collective, founded by Wanda Dalla Costa, is an esteemed architectural firm based in Phoenix, Arizona. Dalla Costa, a member of the Saddle Lake Cree Nation and the first First Nation woman architect in Canada, leads the firm in their commitment to Indigenous design and community-driven solutions. They are known for their work in the academic sphere, particularly through Arizona State University's Indigenous Design Collaborative, which brings together tribal community members, industry professionals, and university students and faculty to co-design and co-develop solutions for tribal communities.

Tawaw Architecture Collective has received numerous accolades for their groundbreaking work, including being awarded an honorary fellowship by The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada in 2022. They were also recognized as part of YBCA's 100 list of change makers and cultural activists, and Dalla Costa herself has been honored with the Trailblazer Award for her contributions to building a net zero future. With a focus on Indigenous Futurities and Place-Based Research, Tawaw Architecture Collective continues to make a significant impact in the field of architecture and design.

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