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Equity
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Viewpoints
We Need a New Approach to Designing for Autism
Architects and designers need to update their strategies for neuroinclusive design. Recent research points the way forward.
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Projects
Deanna Van Buren Is Designing Justice and Belonging in Detroit
In collaboration with Quinn Evans and Allied Media Projects, the LOVE Building shows how architecture rooted in care, access, and justice can help shape a more inclusive future.
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How Can Architecture Reflect the Needs of Its Communities?
Community engagement is a hot topic in design, but what is it and, more importantly, how do we do it? Here, we’ve gathered some top insights from our archives.
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Projects
Chatillon Architectes Redefines Urban Aging with Dignity and Design
The firm transforms a historic French post office into a vibrant, modern senior community.
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Projects
The Project That Remade Atlanta Is Still a Work in Progress
Atlanta's Beltline becomes a transformative force—but as debates over transit and displacement grow, its future remains uncertain.
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Projects
A New Standard for Housing the Unhoused in Palm Springs
JFAK’s Homeless Navigation Center blends modular housing, support services, and shared spaces to create a humane, dignified alternative to traditional shelters.
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Products
B Corp Brands Are Creating Design for a Fairer World
The third-party designation is transforming design by putting people on par with profit.
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Profiles
At the Mellon Foundation, Justin Garrett Moore Connects Place and Memory
The Mellon Foundation’s Humanities in Place grant-making program is transforming communities through storytelling, conservation, and design.
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Viewpoints
How Can We Amplify Indigenous Design?
Catch up with METROPOLIS's ongoing coverage of indigenous design leaders, community engagement, and efforts to decolonize design.
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Projects
Snøhetta’s ‘La Nube’ Museum Leverages Equity and Accessibility
The playful El Paso Children’s Museum welcomes learners of all ages and abilities with bilingual signage and inclusive thinking.
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Viewpoints
Bryan C. Lee Jr. on NOMA’s Vision for Equity
The incoming National Organization of Minority Architects president talks advocacy and access during the organization's annual conference.
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Viewpoints
Three Firms Redefining Design Through Community-Led Processes
As part of their Alternative Practices project, Verda Alexander and Maya Bird-Murphy spotlight firms that are turning traditional Western design thinking on its head.
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Profiles
Pallet’s Tiny Home Villages Build a Bridge to Permanent Housing
The Washington-based company creates rapid response shelter villages that can be constructed in a matter of days.
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Projects
An Urban Island as Affordable Housing
LOHA Architects are expanding the definition for permanent supportive housing in Los Angeles
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Profiles
Ifeoma Ebo Is on a Quest for Urban Healing
Through trauma-informed design processes, Ebo aims for community stewardship and empowerment.
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Viewpoints
Grace Farms Foundation Holds Third Annual Design for Freedom Summit
Industry leaders gather to discuss topics from ethical decarbonization to ways to eradicate modern-day slavery in the materials supply chain.
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Viewpoints
These 15 Must-Reads Will Prepare You for 2024
We've gathered some of our best 2023 articles to inspire, provoke, and galvanize you for the year ahead.
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Viewpoints
Why Does Architecture Education Cost So Much?
Tuition fees have doubled, wages are still low, and many professionals are deep in debt. Can we do something about it?
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Projects
How South L.A. Is Fighting Gentrification with Affordable Housing
As one of the city's poorest areas transforms into a hive of activity, the housing authority and private developers are redeveloping languishing housing with community support.
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Viewpoints
Outdoor Amenities Resource: 25+ Guides to Designing Better Outdoor Amenities
METROPOLIS gathers tools, guides, and manuals to help landscape architects, architects, and interior designers leverage the holistic benefits of outdoor amenities.