On Monday, January 12, Karen, along with James Lima and Leah Meisterlin, gave a follow up presentation of our Re-envisioning Branch Libraries proposal at The New School.
The full report is now available for download on the Architectural League of New York website. The League has also posted a full video of the original presentations; be sure to check it out!
On Thursday, December 4, Architecture League of New York and Center for an Urban Future hosted presentations and panel discussions of the Re-Envisioning Branch Libraries studies. Karen, along with James Lima and Leah Meisterlin presented our proposal to use data to inform system-wide policy and zoning changes, along with design excellence, to foster community enriching co-developments on new and existing library sites.
Our panel was made up of Vicki Been – Commissioner, NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development, Michelle de la Uz – Executive Director, Fifth Avenue Committee, Mark Dempsey – President, Philip H. Corboy Foundation, David Kramer – Principal, Hudson Companies, and Brad Lander – Council Member, New York City Council. The panel discussion was moderated by Jonathan Bowles – Executive Director, Center for an Urban Future.
Our proposal was also featured in the article, “Modern Public Libraries Might Help Renters Afford NYC,” by Brady Dale for Next City.
Karen, James, and Leah will be giving a follow up presentation on Monday, January 12, at 6:30pm, hosted by The School of Media Studies at The New School at the Theresa Lang Community and Student Center, in Arnhold Hall. We hope to see you there! And be sure to stay tuned for more news about Branch Libraries moving forward — keep an eye out for more #libraryideas on twitter!
Scott will be giving a lecture titled Workflow, today (Tuesday, October 14), at Louisiana Tech School of Architecture.
AIA New York and Center for Architecture’s annual Subway Show opens on October 6 at the West 4th Street subway station. Keep an eye out for the panel showing our recently completed NYU Department of English renovation as you travel through the exhibition and come to the opening reception at the Center for Architecture on Tuesday, October 22, from 6-8pm.
Keep an eye out during your daily commute and stay tuned here for photos of the exhibition!
Last Thursday, September 25, was the Grand Opening of Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center in the Bronx. After a ribbon cutting with Bronx Borough President, Ruben Diaz, Jr., Director Madaha Kinsey-Lamb led a wonderful program of musical and African dance performances. Students showcased their talents with poetry readings and performed excerpts from various theatrical productions. Community turnout was great and the new African art collection really enlivens the space.
Be sure to check it out the next time you’re in the neighborhood!