Student Work: Design a Bus Stop Shelter

Public transportation in New York City is an essential mode of daily transportation for millions of commuters. One of the most common means of public transportation is the city bus, which (hopefully) arrives on time and (hopefully) takes us to where we need to go. Have you ever considered the bus stop itself? Seems simple, but the bus stop is an essential component of our commuting experience. It is a visual marker which tells us where the bus actually stops; it posts important information about bus lines, schedules, etc. We ALL have to wait at the bus stop...so why not make it an enjoyable experience?

Bus Stop Shelter - Reiana A.

Bus Stop Shelter - Jennifer R.

Wonders World: Top 10 Architectural Wonders of the World

Wonders World: Top 10 Architectural Wonders of the World

Student Work: Philip Johnson Collages

Assignment:  Create an 18"x18" collage based on Philip Johnson and his architectural ideals.


After studying Philip Johnson and his famous "Glass House", students explored through collage his architectural philosophies and ideals.  The only limitations were creativity and canvas size.

Ashley A.

Akbar A.

Yennifer S.

Sarah O.

Victoria B.

Asim H.

Ambika P.

Katherine S.

Sabeena R.

Marisol M.

Nicholas G.

Inferring design intentions

Abstract. Designers draw to explore ideas and solutions. We look at empirical studies of the use of drawing in design, including our own work on the connection between graphic symbols and specific design concerns. We describe an empirical study on sketching for designing an architect's office. We found that designers use different drawing conventions when thinking about different design concerns. We are implementing a freehand drawing program to recognize these drawing conventions and to deliver appropriate knowledge based support for the task at hand.Find out more at: Inferring design intentions: an investigation of freehand drawing conventions in design

CTEA Interdisciplinary Project

Mr. Z's 10th grade architecture classes will soon begin the fall/winter interdisciplinary project.  This year we will be creating a large model of the Periodic Table of Elements to be displayed in the lobby. We will be working in conjunction with Ms. Prophete's chemistry class, Ms. William's math class, and Ms. Feuer's global history class. Here's a couple of renderings of the proposed project:

20th Century Architecture: Philip Johnson

20th Century Architecture: Philip Johnson

AT&T (Sony) Building by Philip Johnson

Here's a site with some good, general information about the AT&T building. AT&T (Sony) Building by Philip Johnson

Lipstick Building by Philip Johnson and John Burgee

Lipstick Building by Philip Johnson and John Burgee

Philip Johnson - About Philip Johnson | American Masters

Philip Johnson - About Philip Johnson | American Masters

Student Work: Final Project - Design a House

Vanessa S./Gabriella T.

Vanessa S./Gabriella T.

Adrian S./Xhozefa T.

Adrian S./Xhozefa T.

Ross B./Brenda L.

Ross B./Brenda L.

Chelsea A./Julian U.

Chelsea A./Julian U.

Cristian M./Stefanie M.

Cristian M./Stefanie M.

David K./Matthew B.

David K./Matthew B.

Kelly L.

Kelly L.

Mateo Perea/Lizbeth Colon

Mateo Perea/Lizbeth Colon

Marietta G./Kavita M.

Marietta G./Kavita M.

Saleemah N./Asrie K.

Saleemah N./Asrie K.

Sarah R.

Sarah R.

Tom B./Sham R.

om B./Sham R.

A View On Cities

Here's a really great site of sights and attactions in some of the world's greatest cities...go to A View On Cities

D.E.A.T. Project - Willet's Point

Our 10th Grade D.E.A.T. project was a great success.  Students worked hard on creating the final model which shows in detail the overall redesign for Willet's Point.  Take a look  at these photos and see for yourself!

Plan View

Aerial view of windfarm

Aerial view of housing units

Aerial view with Convention Center in background

Windfarms provide Green Technology component

Hotel tower in foreground

Street view

Street view

Street view