Projects

NOT NOT: An Office, An Exhibition

On view June 18–August 15, 2026, Van Alen transformed into an exhibition and temporary office space of the newly-launched design studio NOT NOT.

Building capacity of NYC's local leaders through design projects that champion small businesses.

On view October 1, 2025–July 31, 2026, this award-winning lighting installation encourages gathering and interaction in Washington Heights.

A living portrait of Gowanus, including long-time residents and newer arrivals.

In Spring 2025, our third Design Sprints cohort partnered with NYC's Department of Small Business Services to activate vacant storefronts.

On view in Spring 2026, The House Transformed presented new ideas for domestic architecture.

Supporting community leaders and designers as they activate NYC's public spaces.

Wayfinding, branding, and advocacy campaigns that support organizations activating NYC's public spaces.

On view July 11—September 9, 2024, With Your Voice envisioned major changes coming to Gowanus, Brooklyn.

Five fast-paced co-design projects led by community organizations in Chinatown, Flatbush, Jackson Heights, and the Lower East Side.