Architecture: Function, Design, and Structure – Spring 2025 Videos
Coordinators: Debbi Honorf, Sharon Katz, Victor Brener
Architecture: Function, Design, and Structure is an art history course that explores all facets of the science, art, and practice of architecture.
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EXPLORATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE
Architecture 101
Presenter: Bob Reiss
Presentation Date: February 3, 2025
Architecture is a product of culture, history, science, technology, economics, society, religion, and state. That about covers the field of human endeavor. This class, the first in Explorations in Architecture, sets the stage by illustrating how architecture has evolved from a vernacular practice into a distinct discipline and profession.
EXPLORATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE
The History of Zoning
Presenter: Michael Wellner
Presentation Date: March 3, 2025
Architects will design buildings; engineers will engineer them; and construction crews will piece them together. But the fact is the law is New York’s original and ultimate architect. Before plans can be drawn up, before jackhammers can start hammering, it is the legislators, litigators, judges, community representatives, and city planners who will decide how streets and buildings will be configured, the ways they may be used and occupied, when, and by whom. Join us as we listen to the fascinating history of NYC’s Zoning Laws.
EXPLORATIONS IN ARCHITECTURE
A Century of NYC Architectural Innovation: 1920s-2020s
Presenter: Debbi Honorof
Presentation Date: March 17, 2025
New York City has long been a canvas for architectural innovation, with each decade bringing its own unique styles and landmarks. From the Art Deco splendor of the Chrysler Building to the extraordinary One World Trade Center, which stands as a symbol of resilience and renewal, NYC’s skyline tells a story of progress and ambition. Throughout the decades, New York City has embraced architectural innovation, integrating sustainability and modernity into its iconic skyline. As we look to the future, the city remains a beacon of creativity and ambition, forever shaping and reshaping the urban landscape.