Toward an Architecture of Place

We believe that the  iconic design movement, which defines our architectural era, must integrate a sense of place into its work. When the bold idea of place takes hold in modern design, cities will become more livable, sustainable and authentic. Public institutions such as museums, government buildings and libraries will become important anchors for civic activity that host a broader range of activities.


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Moving Beyond the “Smackdown” Towards an Architecture of Place

The recent trend toward “iconic” architecture minimizes the importance of citizen input and dismisses the goals of creating great public places.

It Takes Great Places to Create Great Architecture

If the primary goal of architects and landscape architects is to create places that attract people, why don’t more new buildings succeed at becoming vital public spaces?

Reinventing the Courthouse

An opportunity for fresh thinking about how we design and use court spaces.