Join AIA NY for a walking tour of Manhattan’s 53rd Street corridor, a showcase of post-WWII modern urbanism shaped by the 1961 Zoning Resolution. Explore iconic buildings like the Seagram and CBS Buildings, and discover how zoning reforms encouraged the integration of open public spaces. The tour highlights the corridor’s blend of commercial, residential, religious, and cultural landmarks, reflecting the evolution of New York City’s architectural and urban planning landscape.

Now on view at MoMA, The Many Lives of the Nakagin Capsule Tower explores the history and legacy of Kisho Kurokawa’s iconic 1972 building, a symbol of Japan’s Metabolist movement and postwar techno-futurism. Featuring a fully restored capsule, original drawings, photographs, and interviews, the exhibition traces how the modular structure evolved from commuter housing to a hub of creative reuse. Though demolished in 2022, the Tower’s story invites reflection on adaptability, preservation, and the ever-changing role of architecture.