Hosted by the Rapid Urbanization Grand Challenge at UNSW (Sydney), this global design ideas competition invites students to design a physical intervention or a series of interventions that meaningfully improves the lives of refugees in the city, in the short, medium and/or long term.  The interventions can be in any …

AN Interior’s annual top 50 list features the talented architects and designers who have demonstrated novel and exciting approaches to residential, hospitality, retail, and work spaces. This year, Mark Gardner, Director of Master in Architecture Program at Parsons and Principal at Jaklitsch / Gardner Architects, has been recognized for his commitment …

Join Nick Brinen, Adjunct Associate Professor at Parsons School of Design, for an architecture course in Sienna, Italy, as part of Artist Immersion Program. AIP is an interdisciplinary learning platform developed at the intersection of creativity, design, and culture. Using a variety of modalities, from media and art history, to happiness …

Applications for ‘T’ Space architecture residency are now open! Supported by the Steven Myron Holl Foundation, ‘T’ Space articulates its mission through a range of programs including exhibitions, publications, residencies for emerging architects, and permanent and temporary installation of artworks. To find out more about the application process, please check …

Wonder how textile scraps from upholstery production and recycled aluminium caps can be turned into noise mitigation soundsticks? Industrial designer and Parsons Assistant Professor Andrea Ruggiero explores this option in her recent acoustics project focused on achieving zero waste with design: “This project evolved through many discussions and various attempts at …

Dear all, Please add March 1, 2019 to your calendars and join a symposium organized by the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in conjunction with the exhibition, Paul Rudolph: The Hong Kong Journey. Taking Rudolph’s work as a jumping off point, the symposium will explore the innovative design and architectural …

Join the Sustainable Furnishings Council for their GREENLeaders Sustainability Training at the Parsons Healthy Materials Lab on Friday, March 8, from 9:00 – 5:00 PM. This course provides an excellent grounding in sustainability issues and offers practical solutions for growing an eco-friendly home furnishing business. The Council have reserved 15 …

On the occasion of the centennial anniversary of the Bauhaus art and design school, “Germany — Land of Ideas” has launched an international competition for designers and creative professionals around the world to present their vision and solutions to the most pressing issues of our time. The competition seeks pioneering projects …

The GREEN Program, an award-winning educational initiative focused on the world’s most pressing issues in sustainable development, has added another destination to its portfolio: Nepal. Focusing on the possibilities of alternative energy integration through microgrid systems for rural development, selected participants will execute off-grid solar design, field project planning, and installation …

The NYCxDESGIN 2019 Awards is currently accepting submissions for its annual program that spans major areas of design – from architecture and interiors, products to accessories, craft to technology. Taking place this year from May 10-22, NYCxDESIGN showcases over a dozen design disciplines through exhibitions, installations, trade shows, panels, product launches, open studios, and …