Architecture & Design

Explore Harvard’s role in shaping architecture and design—on campus and around the globe.

How J. Max Bond Jr. Honored Black History Through Architecture

A new book explores the Harvard-trained architect’s vision and impact, from Ground Zero to the Smithsonian.

by Brian D. Goldstein

Architect Anthony Acciavatti’s work mapping the Ganges River

A decade spent exploring India’s dynamic sacred river

by Nell Porter-Brown

A grand chandelier at Harvard’s Sanders Theatre

In Sanders Theatre, a “constellation” of a chandelier

by Peter DeMarco

Josep Lluís Sert's International Style icon is updated

Josep Lluís Sert’s International Style icon gets a half-century exterior toning and face lift.

Harvard launches design engineering degree

Two Harvard faculties collaborate, aiming to solve real-world problems.

by John S. Rosenberg

The Crane Estate in Ipswich Massachusetts

Restorations revive the grand spirit of a North Shore estate.

by Nell Porter-Brown

Harvard Architect couple are transforming Boston's landscape

Eric Höweler and Meejin Yoon design swings for all.

by Zara Zhang

Artist Rick Lowe speaks at Harvard Graduate School of Design's 2015 Class Day

The Houston-based public artist addressed graduates and their families.

by Stephanie Garlock

Rick Lowe of Project Row Houses at Harvard Design School Class Day 2015

The founder of Houston’s Project Row Houses is a pioneer in social-practice art.

Modernist homes in Lexington and Cape Cod

Bauhaus-inspired architects built their domestic visions in Lexington and on Cape Cod.

by Nell Porter-Brown

Public Interest Architecture at the Harvard Graduate School of Design

A public interest movement redefines architecture.

by Stephanie Garlock