Suzanne Stephens

Suzanne Stephens, a deputy editor of Architectural Record, has been a writer, editor, and critic in the field of architecture for several decades. She has a Ph.D. in architectural history from Cornell University, and teaches a seminar in the history of architectural criticism in the architecture program of Barnard and Columbia colleges.

Pebble Beach Residence by Jim Jennings Architecture

California

Suzanne Stephens

April 1, 2020

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Well-proportioned forms give a structure in California a strong architectonic quality.

The entrance for the north facade of the Billie Jean King Main Library.

Billie Jean King Main Library by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill

Long Beach, California

Suzanne Stephens

March 2, 2020

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A very old material is getting renewed architectural respect.

The Hood Museum of Art at Dartmouth College

Post-Occupancy Evaluation of the Remodeled Hood Museum

Hanover, New Hampshire

Suzanne Stephens

February 4, 2020

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RECORD looks back at Tod Williams Billie Tsien Architects’ redo of a Charles Moore museum at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire.

Bigelow Chapel Revitalization at the Mt. Auburn Cemetery by William Rawn Associates

Watertown, Massachusetts

Suzanne Stephens

February 1, 2020

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A glass pavilion gives new life to a 19^th-century chapel in a historic Massachusetts cemetery.

William Kentridge’s Haunting Staging of ‘Wozzeck’ at the Metropolitan Opera

January 15, 2020

The South African artist returns to New York with his vision for Alban Berg’s memorable work.

Review of 'Where Architects Sleep'

By Sarah Miller

Suzanne Stephens

January 10, 2020

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This compilation guides stylish travelers to the most well-designed hotels.

The Heights Building by BIG with Leo A Daly

Arlington, Virginia

Suzanne Stephens

January 2, 2020

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A public school near Washington, D.C., swaps tradition for architectural bravado.

Interview with Gene Kohn

Deputy editor Suzanne Stephens chatted with the KPF founder about topics discussed in his new book.

Suzanne Stephens

December 5, 2019

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RECORD speaks with the Kohn Pederson Fox founder about his conversational autobiography, 'The World by Design: The Story of a Global Architecture Firm.'

Museum of Modern Art Addition by Diller Scofidio + Renfro in collaboration with Gensler

New York

Suzanne Stephens

December 2, 2019

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The latest addition to the New York institution sleekly manages its girth.

A Closer Look at MoMA's Signature Circulation Element

Suzanne Stephens

December 2, 2019

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The Blade Stair refers to a four-flight stairway wrapping around a 6-inch-thick steel central wall suspended from the sixth floor.

Acoustic Design in the K-12 Environment

Credits: 1 AIA LU/Elective; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU

When Arlington Elementary School, in Tacoma, WA, undertook a redesign the approach was to create an open-program school, a rethink of traditional elementary school design. The approach stresses an abundance of natural light and impactful color options, as well as acoustic design that enhances the learning environment.

Unique and Affordable Multifamily Concepts

Credits: 1 AIA LU/Elective; 1 AIBD P-CE; 0.1 IACET CEU
May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

Listen in as our presenters discuss the design constraints, challenges, as well as their solutions, for these unique multifamily projects.

Be sure to join the moderated discussion after the presentations in which the panelists will answer your questions about their projects and are available to address a variety of issues, including cost and affordability, community concerns, unit design and common space.

Suzanne Stephens

ARTICLES

Pebble Beach Residence by Jim Jennings Architecture

Billie Jean King Main Library by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill

Post-Occupancy Evaluation of the Remodeled Hood Museum

Bigelow Chapel Revitalization at the Mt. Auburn Cemetery by William Rawn Associates

William Kentridge’s Haunting Staging of ‘Wozzeck’ at the Metropolitan Opera

Review of 'Where Architects Sleep'

The Heights Building by BIG with Leo A Daly

Interview with Gene Kohn

Museum of Modern Art Addition by Diller Scofidio + Renfro in collaboration with Gensler

A Closer Look at MoMA's Signature Circulation Element

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