Architectural Record runs news article on URBANbuild program

News Architectural Record runs news article on URBANbuild program

Architectural Record is running a news article on Tulane’s URBANbuild program on its website. The article, written by Shawn Kennedy, highlights the progress of the current student design/build house, and gives students a chance to voice their thoughts on the experience.

Click here to read article.

URBANbuild, a program of the Tulane City Center, is partnered with Neighborhood Housing Services to research progressive and innovative ways to approach affordable housing in post-katrina New Orleans.

The 2008 prototype is located in New Orleans’ Central City Neighborhood. The 1200 s.f. home is scheduled to be complete in early May.

A number of fourth year and graduate level students are involved in the build:
Cristina Alvarado-Suarez
Adriana Camacho
Ian Daniels
Amarit Dulyapaibul
Nik Haak
Kimberly Lewis
Alex Mangimelli
Scott Mucci
Casey Roccanova
Carter Scott
Cassie Howard
Nicole Magneli
Eric McClam
Steve Smith

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04.09.08