Spedstudio to design Aalst Masterplan

Venice-based Spedstudio, founded by Saverio Panata (MArch '08), has won the competiton for the Aalst masterplan in Belgium. The integrated schematic design for 40 hectares will include 800 dwellings.

Christopher Lee designs BMW Olympic Pavilion

BMW recently revealed plans for the 2012 Olympic Pavilion in London, designed by Serie co-founder and GSD Design Critic in Architecture, Christopher Lee. 

GSD Faculty and Alumni speak at Yale SOA drawing conference

Over the weekend of February 9, Yale School of Architecture hosted the symposium "Is Drawing Dead?" to question the historic role of drawing in an architectural practice now focused on parametric modeling, computational design, digital design and fabrication, and Building Information Management (BIM).

Eric Randolph (MArch ’86) designing soccer stadium in Sao Paulo

Eric Randolph (MArch '86) is designing a new soccer stadium in Sao Paulo, Brasil, for the Corinthians F.C. Randolph is a Sports practice project manager at the Gensler–Los Angeles office.

Ben Ledbetter (MArch ’84) wins Construction Award for 2011

A recently completed project by Ben Ledbetter (MArch '84) has won first place in the Connecticut Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors Excellence in Construction Awards for 2011. 

Steven Landau (MArch ’86) develops Talking Tactile Campus Model

Steven Landau (MArch '86) of Touch Graphics, Inc. developed the Talking Tactile Campus Model at Perkins School for the Blind in Watertown, MA. 

Students expand professional experience over J-Term

In the inaugural year of off-campus J-Term externships, students expanded their experience in non-profit research, public arts design, and architecture and landscape practice between the fall and spring semesters. Students were paired with alumni for a two-week mentorship to broaden their disciplinary outreach and develop specific skill sets.

Andre Kikoski (MArch ’95) receives 2012 AIA Honor Award for The Wright

Tiffany Beamer (MLA ’05) Appointed Partner at OLIN

Susan Pepple (MCRP ’80) Awarded the MaHIMA Champion Award