Introduction to Architectural Design and Theory

This intensive course introduces architectural design processes and key concepts in architectural history and theory. Through making and critiques, participants will learn to use architectural drawing techniques and modeling, to develop and communicate design ideas by completing studio-based exercises. Students will also be introduced to significant design work, interrogate important readings, and grapple with relevant discussions in architecture, all with a New York City lens. Students may participate in architectural tours, site visits, and experiences with practitioners, providing real-world exposure to the field; these experiences may vary by section. By the end of the course, students will look at buildings with a new perspective, have a better understanding of architectural pathways and futures within the discipline, and leave with a design project that can form the basis of a portfolio.

Course participants will be required to purchase approximately $150 of basic studio supplies prior to the start of class