Rebecca Seidel

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Two MAD Exhibits Explore Harry Bertoia’s Jewelry, Sonic Work

May 11, 2016

Harry Bertoia may be best known for the Diamond chair, an airy icon of sculptured wire. But last week, New York’s Museum of Arts and Design debuted two exhibits showcasing some of the Italian-born sculptor and designer’s less familiar talents: his jewelry and his forays into sonic art.

Young Projects

A Brooklyn-based firm expands the potential of traditional materials.

Rebecca Seidel

May 1, 2016

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An enigmatic white material wraps the central volume of the newly renovated Gerken Residence in Manhattan’s TriBeCa neighborhood, its folds blending smooth curves and sawtooth edges.

David Chipperfield Architects Plans to Renovate Saarinen’s U.S. Embassy

Rebecca Seidel

April 21, 2016

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When the United States’ London embassy moves across town from Mayfair to Nine Elms in 2017, it will leave behind a monumental home: the Eero Saarinen–designed Chancery Building.

DDC Releases New Handbook of Municipal Design Principles

A new initiative from New York City’s primary design and construction agency aims to inspire rather than instruct.

Rebecca Seidel

March 17, 2016

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The New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) unveiled a revamped set of priorities March 9 for architects working on public facilities and infrastructure. These four new guiding principles—equity, sustainability, resiliency, and healthy living—align with Mayor Bill de Blasio’s environmental and economic policies.

Three Firms Commissioned to Design Dubai Expo Pavilions

The designs center on three themes: mobility, sustainability, and opportunity.

Rebecca Seidel

March 16, 2016

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Foster + Partners, Grimshaw Architects, and Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) will design a trio of pavilions for Expo 2020 in Dubai. The three firms beat ten competitors in a global competition whose results were announced on March 12.

AIA Releases Results of Diversity Survey

Women and people of color report more career obstacles and lower job satisfaction levels.

Rebecca Seidel

March 9, 2016

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It’s not news that the architectural profession is demographically skewed. Despite moderate progress over the last decade, women and people of color continue to be underrepresented. However, a report released by the AIA yesterday puts these disparities into numbers.

Firm to Watch: SPORTS

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March 1, 2016

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An interdisciplinary design duo makes for a winning combination.

Valentine's Day Installation In Times Square

Romance abounds in a glimmering pavilion.

Rebecca Seidel

February 9, 2016

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Luckily for lovebirds and cynics alike, Times Square’s gleaming new Valentine’s Day-themed pavilion invites all kinds of reflection.

Escobedo Solíz Studio Wins 2016 Young Architects Program Competition

The Mexico City-based firm will build a temporary installation in the MoMA PS1 courtyard this summer.

Rebecca Seidel

February 2, 2016

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The Museum of Modern Art and MoMA PS1 announced their selection on Monday afternoon, drawing from among five finalists for competition’s 17th edition.

Snøhetta Designs New Library for Temple University in Philadelphia

Stacks will be kept to a minimum in this social and academic hub, opening in 2018.

Rebecca Seidel

January 26, 2016

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Snøhetta revealed its design today for the Temple University Library in Philadelphia, scheduled to open in 2018. Solitary book-hunting will yield to collaborative studying in the 225,000 square foot facility, designed in collaboration with Stantec.

Giving Elevators a Lift

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

May qualify for learning hours through most Canadian architectural associations

When one considers a major building renovation, it's easy to focus on spaces like corridors, lobbies, offices, guest or patient rooms ... in other words, all the public-facing spaces. We would argue that right after the lobby, a building's elevators are the very next public-facing space building occupants and visitors see.

Acoustics in Office Interiors

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

Office space design can be a complex process acoustics is one aspect that is frequently overlooked but can be a major reason for client disappointment. Addressing privacy, as well as distraction, issues are key elements of acoustic design for office interiors.

Rebecca Seidel

ARTICLES

Two MAD Exhibits Explore Harry Bertoia’s Jewelry, Sonic Work

Young Projects

David Chipperfield Architects Plans to Renovate Saarinen’s U.S. Embassy

DDC Releases New Handbook of Municipal Design Principles

Three Firms Commissioned to Design Dubai Expo Pavilions

AIA Releases Results of Diversity Survey

Firm to Watch: SPORTS

Valentine's Day Installation In Times Square

Escobedo Solíz Studio Wins 2016 Young Architects Program Competition

Snøhetta Designs New Library for Temple University in Philadelphia

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