Van Alen Institute

Van Alen Institute is a 125-year-old not-for-profit that uses design to catalyze positive change in cities.

30 West 22nd St.
New York, NY 10010

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Intern with us! We're currently accepting applications for the Van Alen Internship Program. Apply today for a chance to work with us in our New York City office.

BetterBin Design Competition Finalists Announced! Three firms have been selected to develop a fresh take on New York City Department of Sanitation's iconic green wire litter basket.

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Congratulations to Mark Johnson, FASLA, president and co-founder of Denver-based Civitas, on joining @van_alen's bo… https://t.co/Bn3DsCFcIX 4 days ago

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BetterBin Litter Basket Design Competition

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Recent Stories

Story Oct 05, 2018

Designing for the Future of Food

Designer, researcher, and educator Sahoko Yui provides an in-depth look at “the complex interplay of structural, social, and environmental issues in the food chain” explored by Climate Council members during their July meeting in California’s Central Valley.