A city isn’t so unlike a person. They both have the marks to show they have many stories to tell. They see many faces. They tear things down and make new again. ― Rasmenia Massoud, Broken Abroad    
Coursework this semester will focus on an examination and evaluation of the urban condition in America and its various architectural components.  Through this work, we will have the opportunity to re-consider and re-shape traditional forms and patterns into new ideas and solutions for the 21st century city.  Each project will explore a set of design issues that students will be required to address.  Topics this semester will include:
  • Historic patterns of decay in cities
  • Urban farming and agriculture
  • Rebuilding of urban communities
  • Urban analysis and planning
  • Data, demographics, and mapping in architecture
Projects developed through these topics will include urban farm communities, live/work space, traditional urban house types, community services, and community infrastructure.