Maya Lin

Maya Lin [1959 - ] is an American designer and sculptor renowned for her minimalist approach, most famously exemplified by the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., which she designed while a Yale University student. In 2024, Lin continues to influence the fields of art and architecture with a strong focus on sustainability.

Her recent exhibition, "One Life: Maya Lin," at the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, showcases her diverse work and marks a significant biographical retrospective. Additionally, Lin remains actively engaged in her ongoing project "What Is Missing?" which addresses environmental issues and biodiversity loss, encouraging community involvement in conservation efforts. Through this initiative, she invites personal stories and memories about disappearing natural elements, amplifying awareness of ecological challenges.