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JAKUB GAŁCZYNSKI

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GAŁCZYNSKI


“Jakub Galczynski is a motivated self-starter with a hybrid capacity for both creativity and production. He works hard, has a strong ‘design sense’, and is good at brainstorming and thinking innovatively.

A good friend who has been quite influential for me over the past several years and counting, Jakub has contributed to my interests in architectural / design discussions, to name a few. Jakub is trustworthy and I gladly recommend him.”

– Jay Stevens


Core Values

People │ Planet │ Culture

Developing buildings that last is a sensitive subject for those who cherish the natural environment. Using design as a medium, Galczynski believes that we can promote social justice, be ecologically responsive, and preserve the cultural integrity of place.

Introduction

Jakub Galczynski is a Polish-American Designer living in Ketchum, Idaho. Notable accomplishments include the 2019 McLaughlin Research Grant and receiving the M.Arch 20′ Class – Tau Sigma Delta Medal, of highest Academic Distinction.

Upon graduation, he focused his efforts on Designing and Managing the Snow King Mountain Observatory in Jackson, Wyoming. Started in 2015, Galczynski is Co-Founder of this astronomy observatory project with Astronomer Dr.Samuel Singer. After years of project logistics, the project began construction in 2021. As the lead designer, drafting all construction documents, and project manager of the project this has become his focus. The design role consists of building, interiors, and exhibit curation. The Snow King Mountain Observatory is slated to be the first public astronomy observatory at the top of a Moutain Ski Resort in the US.

Galczynski has roughly 10 years of experience working in the design field. He has invested himself in modern forms of architecture that speak to local landscapes, heritage and traditions. Responding to environmental studies, Galczynski has a biophilic design approach that focuses on the relationship between humans and nature. He implements extensive knowledge in both building performance and aesthetic composition, to form simple yet impactful design solutions.

He enjoys working very closely with clients, to understand their many interests and life style. The client relationship is similar to that of a trusted friendship, in which the two embark on a journey together. Good project communication is casual, frequent, and always transparent. Each project concept is designed as a one-off, pursuing an exciting identity for both Client and the Designer involved.


Academic 

2020 │ Master of Architecture (M.Arch) w/ Distinction . Montana State University – Bozeman, MT

2015 │ Bachelors of Arts, Environmental Design (BA) . Montana State University – Bozeman, MT


Certification 

2013 │ LEED Green Associate . USGBC

2013 │ Certified Green Professional . NAHB


Association

2021 – Present │ Historic Preservation Commissioner . City of Ketchum . More Info

2018 – 2019 │ Board Director . Bozeman Sculpture Park . More Info

2014 – 2015 │ LEED Coordinator for Affordable Housing . Teton Habitat for Humanity . More Info

2012 – 2013 │ Event Developer . TEDxBozeman . More Info


Awards & Acknowledgment

2023 │ Lecture

National Association form Interpretation (NAI) Title : Interpretation of Enviornmental Justice

2023 │ Magazine

Jackson Hole Explorer . ‘What’s New in Jackson?’ p.26 More Info

2023 │ Magazine Full Article

Big Sky Journal . Title : The Snow King Observatory and Planetarium . More Info

2020 │ Award

Recipient of Tau Sigma Delta Medal . More Info

2019 │ Exhibit & Presentation

Architecture Photography Exhibit, Title : Mixed Resolution. Dean Gallery . Bozeman, MT

2019 │ Exhibit & Presentation

Selected for Graduate Research Celebration . Bozeman , MT p.16 More Info

2019 │ Award

Recipient of McLaughlin Grant . More Info 

 
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