Architecture & Design

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

Map showing urban layout with roads, green spaces, and waterways.

Boston Board Approves Harvard’s Enterprise Research Campus Framework

City planners adopt principles to guide future development of the commercial innovation district in Allston.

by Jonathan Shaw

An aerial view (taken by a drone) of the south side of Harvard’s new science and engineering complex, in a perspective looking northwest toward the stadium

Harvard’s new Science and Engineering Complex

A new center for engineering and applied sciences—finally

by Jonathan Shaw

Majestic twentieth-century stone castle perched on Gloucester coastline

Hammond Castle Museum

Gothic surroundings, spiritualism, and science: Hammond Castle Museum’s eclectic appeal

by Nell Porter-Brown

Gifts for the arts

Holiday gifts that support the arts

by Nell Porter-Brown

How Harvard Handled the 1918 Flu Pandemic

Fall semester interrupted, a century ago

by Matteo Wong

Massachusetts Hall

Massachusetts Hall at 300

Harvard’s oldest building at 300

by John S. Rosenberg

Architectural plan for Widener Library

Harvard Widener Library Overlooked Designer

Widener Library’s overlooked designer

by John S. Rosenberg

Scenic view of historic Slater Mill in Pawtucket, Rhode Island

Blackstone River Valley sights and activities

Tracing America’s industrial roots in the Blackstone River Valley

by Nell Porter-Brown

Remembering Henry Cobb, Architect of CGIS

The celebrated architect and Design School professor died earlier this week. 

Tips for increasing the value of your home

Increasing your property’s value

by Kara Baskin

Provincetown harbor in the winter

Winter in Provincetown

Just enough art, culture, terrific food, and lively conversation....

by Nell Porter-Brown