2024 Ones to Watch Rising Stars: Cristina Rodríguez-Vázquez, FXCollaborative

Posted by FXCollaborative Architects LLP , March 11, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

“Cristina has had a pivotal role in FXCollaborative’s cultural and educational projects, from the award-winning new home for Covenant House New York to studies for The New School and the Museo de Arte de Ponce. She has also taken an active role in mentoring junior design staff.” - Michael Syracuse, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Partner at FXCollaborative. Continue Reading

The Catskill Project: Net-Zero Nirvana

Posted by NYPH , February 26, 2024 - Architects, Member News, Projects

One of the major appeals of buying a home in the Catskills is building a healthier, more sustainable life. The mountain air is cleaner, there’s quick access to hiking trails, biking, fishing and more, and you finally have the space to garden and keep your kitchen in a steady supply of heirloom tomatoes and squash all summer long. Continue Reading

The Hot New Luxury Good for the Rich: Air

Posted by NYPH , February 26, 2024 - Architects, Industry News, Projects

When I stepped into John Roe’s apartment early last December, slipping off my boots at the elevator that opens into the home, it wasn’t immediately clear that people inhabited the space, let alone a child. The four-bedroom, four-and-a-half bath Manhattan residence looked like a showroom. Continue Reading

New construction project on Webster Avenue bringing affordable housing to the Bronx

Posted by Curtis + Ginsberg Architects , February 26, 2024 - Architects, Industry News, News

3118 Webster Avenue has broken ground in the Norwood neighborhood of the Bronx! The building’s varied massing and gray and earth-toned masonry complement and activate Webster Ave’s streetscape. C+GA is working with The Doe Fund and Lettire Construction Corp. on this 11-story affordable and supportive housing project providing 109 apartments and 1,500 SF of ground-level retail space. Residents will have access to onsite supportive services, including case management, substance abuse…

C+GA’s Susan Schick Link, AIA, NCARB recently participated in two panels at New York Build Expo 2024!

Posted by Curtis + Ginsberg Architects , February 26, 2024 - Architects, Events, Industry News

C+GA’s Susan Schick Link, AIA, NCARB recently participated in two panels at New York Build Expo 2024! “Exploring the Latest Trends in Residential Interior Design” covered everything from hand-crafted, artisanal materials to AI’s impact on our design processes, while “Exploring the Role of Architectural Design in Enhancing Building Security” discussed life safety and designing secure buildings. Thanks to all the panelists for two enlightened discussions! Exploring Latest Trends in Residential…

Program – 27 International Passive House Conference 2024

Posted by NYPH , February 5, 2024 - Architects, Member News

The 27th In­ter­na­tion­al Pass­ive House Con­fer­en­ce will take place in the beau­ti­ful city of Inns­bruck, Aus­tria, on 5 and 6 April 2024 at the "Tech­nik" cam­pus of the Leo­pold Fran­zens Uni­versity. Con­fer­en­ce par­ti­cipants fur­ther­more have the op­por­tun­ity to vis­it in­spir­ing Pass­ive House pro­jects in the Inns­bruck area on 7 April 2024 and to par­ti­cip­ate in ad­di­tion­al work­shops in the run-up to the con­fer­en­ce on 3 April 2024. Learn More >…

Sustainability Report: LEED or Passive House – Which One is Right for Your Building?

Posted by Handel Architects LLP , February 5, 2024 - Architects, Member News

Choosing which sustainable certification to pursue for your building can be difficult. Most people in the construction industry are familiar with LEED, but there has been a lot of discussion recently regarding Passive House as well. How does LEED compare to Passive House? This article looks at these two certification pathways to help you decide which is best for your building. Read More

2024 Design Trends at New York Build

Posted by NYPH , January 29, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

Next month, Partner Julie Nelson will participate in a panel “Design Trends to Look Out for in 2024” at New York Build! 14 Feb, 12:00 pm – 12:50 pm Participants will include Rosalind Tsang, New York City Studio Director – BDP; Julie Nelson, Partner at BKSK Architecture; Elena Koroleva, Design Manager – Studio by Tishman Speyer; Sierra Sharron, Senior Associate – COOKFOX; and Mark Mini, President – John Mini. Learn…

Morris Adjmi named 2023 Designer of the Year | ICFF

Posted by NYPH , January 29, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

We are thrilled to announce that Morris Adjmi has been recognized as ICFF’s Designer of the Year! This is a tremendous honor for Morris and the entire MA team, whose collective passion and talent are at the heart of all that the firm has accomplished. Watch the interview below and visit the news release on ICFF's website to learn more. Read More

Partner Darby Curtis, Appointed to the AIA Academy of Architecture Justice Knowledge Community Leadership Group

Posted by Curtis + Ginsberg Architects , January 23, 2024 - Architects, Member News

Partner Darby Curtis, AIA has been appointed to the AIA Academy of Architecture for Justice Knowledge Community Leadership Group. Darby’s work on justice-informed design over the last 30 years has focused on publicly funded projects with nonprofits committed to serving those affected by the criminal justice system. Read More

BURNT ANGLE HOUSE

Posted by NYPH , January 16, 2024 - Architects, Member News

This new ground-up home was designed as a retirement home for two Michiganders. The goals of the project were to meet Passive House standards, while incorporating some site generated power and a greenhouse and garden, while taking advantage of a narrow view to Lake Michigan and the uniquely sloped and wooded site.  Learn More >

Boston skyscraper named world’s biggest ​‘Passive House’ office

Posted by NYPH , January 2, 2024 - Architects, Industry News

The building, which will use far less energy than a conventional design, is the latest example of the efficiency standard’s growing popularity. A new Boston skyscraper has a climate-friendly claim to fame. Last week, it became the largest office space in the world certified to the extremely energy-efficient ​“Passive House” standards — and the first skyscraper in the U.S. to earn the label. Read More >