Advances in Architectural Geometry Symposium is coming to MIT

Announcements

Oct 14, 2025

Symmetrical digital collage of MIT’s Building 46 atrium, featuring Sol LeWitt’s Bars of Color within Squares (2007) painted on the floor. The mirrored composition multiplies the geometric ceiling, glass walkways, and colorful floor patterns into a kaleidoscopic architectural view that emphasizes rhythm, repetition, and light.

Introducing the 2025 MAD Design Fellows

AnnouncementsAug 28, 2025
Young man standing and smiling in front of a large sculptural installation made of layered, translucent turquoise glass arranged in intersecting diamond-shaped patterns. The setting appears to be a modern indoor space with glass walls and natural light.

Collaborating with the force of nature

StoriesJul 14, 2025
A triangular metal structure partially buried in a rugged volcanic landscape, surrounded by black lava rocks and patches of snow. Steam rises from the ground, and a snow-covered mountain looms in the background under a clear blue sky.

What does a designer actually do?

Blog postJun 26, 2025
A group of eight people gathered around a rectangular table in a bright, modern classroom. They are engaged in a hands-on activity involving colorful paper, markers, scissors, and other craft supplies. One person is standing and helping others, while others are seated or reading instructions. A large screen in the background displays a message about an HDMI cable, and large windows bring in natural light from a cityscape outside.