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What the World Cup Can Teach Us About Creating Flexible Public Spaces That Can Accommodate The Unexpected

The most successful civic spaces remain useful every day while staying ready for the moments when diverse communities come together in larger ways....

The 100 Year Old School: Designing for Brooke Charter School’s Next Chapter

The Studio Luz team set out to improve Brooke's existing educational spaces while expanding their footprint with a new 3500 sq. ft. addition....

ADUs, Bookend House, and the Case for Innovative Affordable Housing

As Massachusetts expands efforts around housing access and affordability, ADUs are increasingly becoming a meaningful part of the conversation....

Sustainability in Schools: Environmental Considerations and the Future of Educational Design

The goal of sustainability is shaping how educational spaces are designed, from site planning to systems and material choices....

Rethinking Existing Structures: Adaptive Reuse at Studio Luz

Adaptive reuse strengthens communities, makes thoughtful use of resources, and responds to the realities of how people live....

Designing for Learning: Studio Luz’ Work in the Educational Market

Educational institutions are more than buildings — they’re places where futures take shape....

What Architecture Students At Wentworth Are Looking for After Graduation, With Anthony Piermarini

Ever wonder what students look for after graduation? Studio Luz Principal Anthony Piermarini set out to help his students uncover the answer....

Studio Luz Engages With The City of Boston’s SCALE Program

SCALE aims to bolster more businesses’ ability to compete for contract opportunities with the City of Boston....

Studio Luz Celebrates Community at the BLUME Block Party

Studio Luz was thrilled to participate in the BLUME Block Party, a joyful community event in Mattapan....
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2026 BSA DESIGN AWARD – DEWITT PLAYGROUND

BUILT DESIGN AWARDS: ALTERNATIVE PROJECTS – COMMENDATION

2025 City of Boston SCALE (Supplying Capital & Leveraging Education)

Selected Grant Recipient

IAWA Keynote Speaker 2025

Principal Hansy Better Barraza gives Keynote Address at the International Archive of Women in Architecture’s 2025 Symposium, celebrating their 40th Anniversary.

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