The BSA Building Enclosure Council is excited to announce the Wagdy Anis Symposium on Building Science. From September 22–23, 2021, this two-day hybrid conference will consist of eight virtual technical sessions and an in-person reception at BSA Space, located at 290 Congress Street, Boston, MA. International experts on building enclosure are coming together to lead
On September 12, join James Wescoat, Professor of Landscape Architecture at MIT, for a presentation on the growing importance of landscape architectural design in the Aga Khan Historic Cities Programme, and how it addresses the needs and aspirations of societies across the world. James Wescoat is an Aga Khan Professor in MIT’s Aga Khan Program
What would it be like to approach the city from the perspective of an animal pushed out of its home by development, water falling during rain, or a windblown seed wanting to take root? What structures and spaces could be created or adjusted to make the city a more welcoming place for nature and wildlife? How
On May 17, 2018, BSA Space will premier NatureStructure, a global overview showcasing more than 30 architectural and design projects that work in harmony with nature to heal and restore ecosystems and make cities more resilient and sustainable. Curated by Scott Burnham, the creator of Reprogramming the City, with exhibition design and curatorial assistance by
This introduction to the WELL Building Standard presentation provides an overview of the rating system concepts, features and certification process. The basis for each concept is introduced along with design and construction strategies and real world, practical examples. Incorporating the potential for positive health outcomes into the built environment is the future of building design. This
Architects, architectural educators, and architecture students throughout the world are invited to submit real or theoretical projects. Eligibility Unbuilt architectural designs of any project type are eligible including purely theoretical projects and unbuilt client-sponsored projects (buildings, interiors, transportation infrastructure, monuments, etc.—all project types). Projects under construction or otherwise apparently assured of construction are not eligible.
Any housing type anywhere in the world may be submitted if the architect/firm currently resides in New England or New York City. Any architect anywhere in the world may submit projects located in New England or New York City. The sole judging criterion is design excellence. The jury is encouraged to determine the extent to which
Considered one of the world’s premier architectural illustrators, Paul Stevenson Oles FAIA worked as independent architect, professor, author and illustrator in the Boston area for over 40 years. Join Oles for a special presentation as he explores his work featured in the exhibition Truth in Architecture at BSA Space, and provides a brief but intimate
To celebrate BSA Space’s new exhibition Extraordinary Playscapes, join PlayCubes creator and architect Richard Dattner FAIA for an intimate conversation about modular design across a variety of scales and uses. Parallel to a career in civic architecture, Dattner has designed and patented a number of modular structures--including a modular house, PlayCubes and Habitot play equipment, Shelterscape
Don't miss this reception with the artist for The Other Working Landscape. This special event is an inside opportunity to view the exhibition while speaking with artist Tom Leytham. In rural New England, farms and forests are often considered the “working” landscape. Since 2004, artist Tom Leytham has explored the remnants of the “other” working landscape: our 19th- and
Head back to the drawing board at this annual fast-paced sketching game! This Pictionary-style tournament offers a night of friendly competition between some of Boston’s top architecture firms, who will go head to head to correctly identify sketches of famous buildings from around the world. This year, team competition is getting fiercer. Sharpen up your
The BSA Committee on Resilient Environments and Healthcare Facilities Committee welcome you to a presentation by Steve Friedman, PE, director of facilities engineering design and construction for Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Mr. Friedman will be presenting on his experience designing for Infrastructure Resiliency in Healthcare, examining his work for MSKCC post Hurricane Sandy.
