John Visvaldis Grundmanis

Background

Grundmanis, John Visvaldis was born on August 9, 1926 in Liepaja, Curland, Latvia. Son of Christopher and Luise (Dobele) Grundmanis. came to the United States, 1951.

Education

Bachelor of Architecture, University of Minnesota, 1955; Master of Education, U. La Verne, 1979; Doctor of Philosophy, Walden U., 1985.

Career

Intern designer, Magvolo & Quick, Minneapolis, 1954-1958; architect, Hills, Gilbertson & Fisher, Minneapolis, 1958-1966; senior architect, 3M Corporation, St. Paul, 1966-1971; professional associate, Ellerbe Architects Inc., Bloomington, Minnesota, 1971-1976; consultant, Grundmanis & Associations, Fridley, Minnesota, since 1976; teacher, Anoka (Minnesota) Technology Institute, since 1976; department chairman architectural technical, Anoka (Minnesota) Technology College, 1977.

Achievements

• John Visvaldis Grundmanis has been listed as a notable Architect, educator by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Deacon Latvian Evangelical Lutheran Church, Minneapolis. President Minnesota chapter Latvian Academy Fraternity Lettonia, 1957-1960. Member National Education Association, American Institute of Architects, Minnesota Society Architects., Minnesota Education Association, American Institute Design and Drafting.

Interests

• Avocations: photography, travelling, history.

Connections

Married Ieva M. Metra, June 21, 1955. Children: Lauris J., Markus V., Ava B.

Father:

Christopher Grundmanis

Mother:

Luise (Dobele) Grundmanis

Spouse:

Ieva M. Metra

child:

Markus V. Grundmanis

child:

Ava B. Grundmanis

child:

Lauris J. Grundmanis