Public Works
Overview
Public Works is a new discussion series to drive civic dialogue around new and forthcoming built environment projects in New York City. Throughout the year, we invite government officials and private sector leaders to present design and development initiatives that shape the public good. Our goal is to create an open and collegial venue for deeper conversation between the public sector and our network of civic leaders building, caring for, and maintaining our city.
Call For Ideas
We want to hear from you.
We welcome your ideas for our winter and spring 2024 programming. Our team is eager to take on critical issues around housing affordability, climate adaptation, conversions, and community and economic development.
Share Your IdeasEvents
10.03.23
How can we provide waterfront access and park space to the public while protecting communities from future flooding?
07.24.23
Join us for a tour of the new Make the Road community center with Andrea Steele Architects and Silman.
07.19.23
How can mixed-use developments address climate change while supporting housing needs?
06.29.23
How can new waterfront access meet ecological needs and community priorities?
09.27.23
How can innovative coastline corridors address the need for public space and coastal resiliency?
09.14.23
Join us for a half-day forum to explore recent progress and lessons learned from the Gowanus rezoning.
05.25.23
How will implementation of the city’s strategic climate plan ensure equitable development over the next decade?
05.18.23
What role can play spaces have in both environmental education and building resiliency in the face of climate change?
05.04.23
How will deeper community partnerships and innovative design shape healthier, more connected neighborhoods around the BQE?
03.24.23
The Palace Theater, an interior landmark since 1987, is undergoing restoration to include new front-of-house space, accessible circulation, and expanded back-of-house space.
02.28.23
Join us on 2/28 for breakfast and conversation on Governor Hochul’s New York Housing Compact with Annemarie Gray, Barika Williams, and James Lloyd.
01.19.23
Join us on 1/19 for breakfast and conversation on the “New” New York Panel recommendations with Julie Stein.
01.23.23
On January 23 join us for a tour of the reimagined Rockefeller Center.
Support Our Work
This initiative is made possible through the support of our Board of Directors, Director’s Circle, and our Campaign for Courageous Leadership, a fundraising initiative to nurture a new generation of diverse, creative and informed leaders. Join us in supporting the Forum to become New York City’s leading center on the built environment.
To learn more about how you can support our work, please contact Miranda Bellizia, Director of Member Engagement, miranda@urbandesignforum.org.
Acknowledgements
A special thanks to the Public Works Program Committee for advising in the development of the series. The committee was chaired by Beatrice Sibblies, and included Margaret Newman, Timur Galen, Meredith Kane, Luke Martinek, Teresa Gonzalez, Gonzalo Cruz, Jack Robbins, AJ Pires, Annemarie Gray, May Yu, Caroline Harris and Jacqui Williams.