Smart buildings that keep us comfy and content might happen sooner than you think
USC experts in architecture, engineering and other disciplines turn our passive surroundings into responsive structures that promote productivity and well-being.
Milton Curry Looks to Architecture for Answers to Societal Challenges
For solutions to inequality, marginalization and divisiveness, one of USC’s newest deans wants to tap an unexpected resource: architecture.
Trojans to Reshape a Los Angeles Art Landmark
USC architecture students reimagine ways to make the Museum of Contemporary Art even more accessible to visitors.
In memoriam: architect MacDonald Becket, 89
The USC School of Architecture alumnus was a driving force in the development of Los Angeles.
How to Make an Iconic Public Space? Ask Architects of L.A.’s Grand Park
Designers of Grand Park in Los Angeles, including USC alumni, aim to make space for everyone.
Willow Bay and Milton Curry Take the Helm as USC Deans
Veteran leaders join USC Annenberg and the USC School of Architecture.
In memoriam: Gin Wong, USC trustee and prominent architect, 94
The visionary Trojan designed many Southern California landmarks and left an indelible mark on the region’s landscape.
Tiny shelter built by architecture students could offer a solution to homelessness
Sample house is built with materials from the streets and alleys of L.A., then raffled off to benefit rescue mission.
Barbie’s house is no dream for dolls in wheelchairs
Play spaces can be better designed to include children (and adults) with disabilities.
Milton Curry named new dean at USC School of Architecture
The veteran educator is at the forefront of architecture, urbanism and cultural theory.
Architecture students get fast-paced look at potential jobs
Alumni share career experiences, from preserving the first Taco Bell to creating furniture — and designing buildings, too.
Campus Quiz: Can You Identify These Arches?
Architecture students design houses for L.A.’s homeless
Trojans apply their skills to social ills, designing prototypes for temporary shelters that could work in the real world.
Architect Frank Gehry to receive the Presidential Medal of Freedom
USC alumnus is among the 21 luminaries who will be honored at the White House for their profound contributions to the United States.
Landscape architects see Los Angeles as living lab in combatting climate change
The city’s climate, ecological issues and urban growth are a microcosm of the challenges facing the world, USC expert says.
The Mind-Bending Works of Behnaz Farahi Give Tech New Life
Building better architecture through video games like Block’hood
USC architecture expert designs an award-winning game that explores ecology and urban planning.
USC Architecture professor and team propose new look for Pershing Square
Architecture critic calls the idea to revitalize the troubled park ‘elegantly simple.’
Remembering Paul R. Williams, Pioneering Architect
Paul Revere Williams ’19 was California’s first licensed African-American architect.
Designs are on the line as ‘super jury’ reviews student architecture work
Industry experts consider projects at the USC School of Architecture’s annual EXPO presentation and exhibit.
International architectural historians honor USC scholars
Vittoria Di Palma and Amy Ogata write award-winning books on desolate regions and the history of architecture.
A Family of Trojan Architects
Every day feels a bit like a Trojan reunion for the Gehring family of four architects.
You made a jacket out of what? Architecture students use unlikely materials — and their wits
Designs put metal to work in unexpected — and colorful — ways.
USC Grads Leave Their Mark on L.A.’s Landscape
Did you know these landmarks of Los Angeles were designed by Trojans?