Our Must-Do Picks for Archtober 2018 Week 2 (Oct. 9–15)

Archtober 2018 successfully commenced on Monday, and for the entire month of October, New Yorkers get to enjoy a host of architecture-centered exhibitions, lectures, workshops, talks, conferences, film screenings, and tours across the five boroughs.

For the eighth year in a row, Archinect & Bustler are proud to partner with Archtober and present you our weekly highlights from an eclectic calendar of events. Below are our recommendations for Archtober Week 2, October 9–15.

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Building of the Day:  Five Manhattan West | October 9

The renovation of this 1M sf brutalist building repositions it within its new urban context—it is neighbor to the High Line, Manhattan West, and Hudson Yards-to Class A status by upgrading its public spaces, bringing daylight deep into the massive floorplates, transparency to its street presence, and improving its energy performance.

2018 MAS Summit for New York City: Shaping the City | October 9

Marking the 125th anniversary of MAS, this year’s Summit will explore present-day concerns around the issues central to our long history of advocacy. From preserving the character of neighborhoods to examining the public realm, the 2018 Summit will tackle the most prominent issues shaping the city.

Zero Waste Design Challenge: Results | October 9

The Zero Waste Design Guidelines address the crucial role that design plays in achieving New York City’s ambitious goal, outlined in OneNYC, to send zero waste to landfills by 2030.

Building of the Day: Bronx River Arts Center | October 10

As part of the Design Excellence initiative of the New York City Department of Design and Construction and in concert with the Department of Cultural Affairs, the Bronx River Art Center selected Sage and Coombe to redesign its facility.

Museum at Eldridge Street Rediscovery and Restoration Tour | October 10

This tour of the Museum at Eldridge Street focuses on the architectural history of its landmark synagogue building. Built in 1887, it was nearly lost to neglect in the mid-1900s. A 20 year, $20 million restoration united meticulous research, period craftsmanship and contemporary solutions.

Workplace Wednesday: SITU | October 10

Join SITU for an inside look at their Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY) operations and the unique projects emerging from this multidisciplinary setup.

Building of the Day:  277 Fifth Avenue | October 11

Rafael Viñoly designed the tower with columns at the building’s perimeter to keep the interiors free from structural elements that might obstruct views and interrupt the layout of rooms. The perimeter columns establish a rhythm of alternating floor-to-ceiling vertical windows that frame views along multiple exposures and solid walls suitable for displaying art.

Pioneers of Natural Ventilation: Adaptable and Intelligent Solutions | October 11

Join us at the AIA New York l Center for Architecture for an inspiring evening with international pioneers of natural and mixed-mode ventilation, as we explore two northeastern case studies, HouseZero at Harvard University and Morgan Avenue in Brooklyn, New York.

Walking a Tightrope: Balancing Historic Preservation and Public Engagement | October 11

This panel discussion explores the unique challenges faced by cultural institutions that are also historic sites. How do you interact with the public and let them explore your site, while simultaneously dealing with the responsibility of historic preservation?

Building of the Day: The Marcel Breuer Buildings at Bronx Community College | October 12

This tour will showcase five Marcel Breuer-designed buildings constructed on the uptown NYU campus (now Bronx Community College) between 1959 and 1970. These modernist structures of reinforced concrete and steel provide a dramatic contrast to the Neo-Classical style of architecture seen elsewhere on campus.

Architecture of Memory: 9/11 Memorial and Museum Tour | October 12

Using the Memorial Plaza and Museum exhibitions at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum, visitors will learn about the history of the World Trade Center, the architecture and design of the site pre- and post-9/11, and how this dynamic space plays a role in Lower Manhattan.

AIANY Around Manhattan Architecture Cruise | October 12

A fully narrated tour by a member from the American Institute of Architects NY Chapter, this 2.75-hour cruise provides guests unobstructed views of innovative skyscrapers, local, national, and international award-winning architects, enduring Art Deco and Beaux Arts icons as well as waterfront parks and infrastructure.

Building of the Day: Open House New York Weekend | October 13 + 14

The annual Open House New York Weekend unlocks doors to the best of New York City’s built environment. From historic to contemporary, residential to industrial, hundreds of sites across the five boroughs are open to visit, with tours, talks, performances, and other special events.

Design Fest at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum | October 13

Kicking off National Design Week, a day of free museum admission and special programming for all ages, led and inspired by National Design Award winners.

Build A Lego City | October 13

Families will explore architecture, design and construction with everyone’s favorite building material – LEGO bricks! Warm up with fun design challenges, playing with the basics of massing, corbeling and spanning.

Second Sunday Family Tours at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum | October 14

Architecture-focused tour for families with children ages 5 and up. 

Building of the Day: Hayes Theater | October 15

In 2015, Second Stage Theater purchased the landmarked Hayes Theater on Broadway, with a goal of dedicating it to contemporary works of theater by living American playwrights. After a two-year restoration by Rockwell Group, it reopened again in February 2018.

Times Square Valentine Heart Design Competition Finalists | October 15

This year’s competition invites firms to contemplate how a Valentine sent from the heart of Times Square might embrace various expressions of love, both individual and collective. Can the public art installation generate connections and ignite conversations that articulate our aspirations as individuals, as a city, as a nation, and beyond?

20th Annual Landscape Design Portfolios Lecture Series: BEKA STURGES | Giving Voice to the Land | October 15

In honor of the 20th anniversary of this series, we invite you to hear three influential landscape architects showcase their signature projects, working methods, and design philosophies. This year’s lineup features a passionate and influential trio, each of whom is transforming cities around the world in their own way.

Don't forget to check back for our Week 3 highlights! For the complete list of events from October 1–31, head over to the Archtober event list, like the Facebook page, or follow Archtober on Twitter and Instagram.