What Language Leaves Behind: Integrating Graphics and Architecture

Thursday, February 19, 2026

5:30pm – 8:00pm


What Language Leaves Behind: Integrating Graphics and Architecture
Thursday, February 19, 5:30–8 pm
303 Bond Street, Brooklyn

 

Join us for an evening of conversation and discourse on interdisciplinary design practice with Studio Loutsis, REX, and Snøhetta.

 

Moderated by journalist Diana Budds, panelists will discuss how shared values around community, integration, and cross-disciplinary partnership are central to their successful collaborative projects.

 

​This event is curated by the Van Alen Vanguard, a dynamic network of emerging design leaders. Diana Budds and Taylor Loutsis are among the inaugural cohort developing public programs and exhibitions that reimagine designers’ roles in civic life and center equity, resilience, and local knowledge.

Event schedule

5:30 pm: Doors open
6 pm: Presentation
6:45 pm: Q&A moderated by Diana Budds
7:15 pm: Cocktail reception

Speakers

Craig Dykers

Founding Partner, Snøhetta

Taylor Loutsis

Creative Director and Founder, Studio Loutsis

Joshua Ramus

Founding Principal, REX

Van Alen Vanguard

A cohort of rising professionals reimagining cities, public space, and designers’ roles in civic life.

Urban Room

Using our HQ to host public programs and as a flexible community space.