The most daunting challenge facing our city today is not what to build, but what to restore.

The systems that created the divided American landscape continue to loom large.

A Conversation About The Art And Architecture Of Maintenance with Hilary Sample, Mierle Laderman Ukeles, and Caroline Bauer

Is crisis the only catalyst for change these days?

Our next mayor must transform New York City’s approach to urban design to achieve housing equity, economic mobility, and environmental justice.

Every year the Forum selects the next generation of urban leaders to investigate how design can address a social or political challenge facing New York City. This year's interdisciplinary cohort will study the intersections of race, class and climate change, and advance new ideas on the role of urban design in a just transition.

Twice a year, Fellows of the Urban Design Forum invite a select group of emerging and distinguished leaders to join the Forum community. We welcome candidates of diverse backgrounds, industries and perspectives.

We welcome the 2018 Class of Fellows and look forward to sharing their ideas for the future of the city!

Miriam Peterson and Nathan Rich rebuild a Williamsburg home featuring natural lighting and durable "childproof" materials.

Holly Leicht reveals that LMDC and the Port Authority will appraise 5 World Trade Center before releasing an RFP for development.

Regina Myer lauds the renewed plans to develop a park at Willoughby Square.

Greg Haley calls for engagement processes that encourage communities to have ownership and civic pride in a project.