DENNIS T. TANIDA
AIA
Stantec Architecture Inc
SAY IT LOUD - CALIFORNIA Exhibitor
California Based Designer
Who or what inspires you professionally?
The people, places and the natural environment of our planet inspires me every day. Three words connect with me daily – Wonder, Discover and Inspire. Wonder is “what if”. Discover is “how to”. Inspire is “why not”.
DENNIS T. TANIDA
Bio:
Known for his ability to turn ordinary moments into memorable experiences, Dennis is a design principal focused on culture, arts and entertainment projects. He believes places can tell stories and is passionate about creating designs that inspire. Dennis’ knowledge of the entertainment and attractions business is extensive, having met and worked alongside many creative legends who invented the industry. Through team collaboration, Dennis’ work creates genuine memorable experiences.
How did you first learn about architecture and when did you decide that built environment profession was an area of interest for you?
A visit to Disneyland at the young age of five sparked an interest in the combination of architecture, film and theater, when combined develops a unique immersive environment that makes emotional connections
What do you do?
I am a design principal collaborating with creative teams and mentoring the next generation on a variety of culture, arts and entertainment projects throughout the world.
What excites you in the work you do?
I am excited to be trained as an architect and work in an alternate career where I can combine architecture, storytelling, film design and theater to create immersive experiential designs that emotionally connect with people
Who or what inspires you professionally?
The people, places and the natural environment of our planet inspires me every day. Three words connect with me daily – Wonder, Discover and Inspire. Wonder is “what if”. Discover is “how to”. Inspire is “why not”.
What is your proudest professional accomplishment or achievement?
My proudest professional accomplishment is having helped to create amazing places where people can be immersed in a story, feel the emotions of the place and leave with a memorable experience.
Featured Project Name:
Disney Animation
Featured Project Location:
Anaheim, California
Featured Project Completion Date:
February 8, 2001
Role in Featured Project:
Design Architect
Featured Project Description:
Disney Animation is an attraction located at Disney California Adventure in Anaheim, CA. It showcases the art of Disney animation immersing guests through visual storytelling and interactive experiences. Using imagery from classic Disney animation, combined with its associated music, this attraction creates an emotional journey celebrating the magic of animation.
