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Why Does The Building Look Like That?
Contemporary Architecture In New York City

The past fifteen years represent a dynamic period for architecture in New York City, marked by a rich variety of design projects that have redefined many of the city's neighborhoods. This course will study this diverse range of works to better understand the forms, origins, and attitudes of contemporary architecture.

Walking tours will highlight several of the buildings discussed in the lectures. Potential walking tour locations are the Columbus Circle area, including Alice Tully Hall, the Museum of Arts and Design, the Hearst Building, MOMA and the American Folk Art Museum, and the West Village / Chelsea area, with highlights including the High Line, the Gehry Headquarters, the Standard Hotel, and some residential developments in the area.

Students have to provide their own transportation to walking tour sites in Manhattan.

BRENT STRINGFELLOW is an architect with Polshek Partnership Architects in NYC. He is a graduate of Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Master in Architecture.

Date/Time: Lectures: Two Thursdays, starting 4/8; 7:30 - 9 pm
Walking Tours: Friday April 16 and Tuesday April 27; 1- 2 pm
Location: Scarsdale High School (Lectures)
Cost: $120
Course ID: Eve21 (Lectures & Walking Tour)
(click here for details about online registration)

Date/Time: Two Thursdays, starting 4/8; 7:30 - 9 pm
Location: Scarsdale High School
Cost: $60
Course ID: Eve22 (Lectures Only)   (click here for details about online registration)

 


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