About us
We focus on initiating greater dialogue and alliance between architecture, design and the many disciplines of social science and research. We see this broadly including: sociology, physiology, ergonomics, geography, anthropology, cognitive and neurosciences, psychology and more.
Upcoming events
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Technology for Mass Engagement
AIA Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place, New York, NY, USHosted by: The AIA NY Social Science and Architecture Committee In Partnership with: PLASTARC
New technologies are reshaping how communities participate in decisions about the built environment, creating new opportunities to broaden who is engaged, how people contribute, and how public input informs planning and design.
With the launch of Mayor Mamdani's Office of Mass Engagement, New York City is investing in new approaches to civic participation and exploring how technology can support more inclusive, accessible, and responsive engagement at scale.
This conversation will bring together leaders in civic technology, community engagement, and the built environment to explore the tools, platforms, and methodologies transforming public participation. From digital engagement platforms and participatory technologies to new approaches for collecting, interpreting, and acting on community feedback, panelists will examine how technology can strengthen the connection between communities and the decisions that shape their environments.
The discussion will consider the opportunities and challenges of technology-enabled civic participation, and what emerging models of mass engagement mean for architects, planners, policymakers, and the communities they serve.Hear from the Innovators Ready for the OME:
- inCitu: Democratizing city planning by bringing urban development to life through spatial data and Augmented Reality (AR)—allowing residents to literally see the future of their neighborhoods.
- Convoca: Innovating at the intersection of civic tech and community organizing to mobilize the public and break down the traditional barriers to local agency.
- Urban Sense: Using technology and urban data to better understand how people experience and engage with cities, creating new opportunities to inform more responsive, people-centered planning and decision-making.
- PLASTARC: Leveraging social science and data-driven spatial strategy to design environments that inherently foster human connection and participatory experiences.
Event Details:
- Registration: Opening soon!
Stay Tuned: We are currently finalizing the details for this exciting tech refresh. Keep an eye on the AIA NY Social Science and Architecture Committee and register at AIA NY.
Why You Should Attend: As cities seek more meaningful ways to engage communities, technology is reshaping how residents participate in planning, policymaking, and the design of the built environment. This event brings together architects, urbanists, civic leaders, and technology innovators to explore the platforms, methods, and emerging practices driving this transformation.
Expect an evening of dynamic presentations highlighting civic technology, data driven engagement, and innovative approaches to gathering and acting on community input. Through case studies and discussion, speakers will examine how these tools can help create more inclusive, transparent, and responsive processes for shaping New York City's future.3 attendees
A Decade of Social Science + Architecture
AIA Center for Architecture, 536 LaGuardia Place, New York, NY, USJoin us for a special evening celebrating 10 years of the AIA Social Science + Architecture Committee, a decade of advancing conversations at the intersection of research, human behavior, equity, advocacy, and the built environment.
Founded on a commitment to interdisciplinary dialogue and exchange, the committee has spent the past ten years building a vibrant community of architects, researchers, strategists, educators, and industry leaders exploring how social science can shape more responsive, inclusive, and human-centered environments.
The evening will bring together past and present members, collaborators, and co-leaders for a reflective and forward-looking gathering. Through shared stories, presentations, provocations, and conversation, we will look back on the ideas, partnerships, and impact that have defined the last decade, while also exploring emerging questions shaping the next ten years of architecture and design.
The event will feature:- A “by the numbers” look at 10 years of committee impact and programming
- Reflections from past co-leaders and contributors
- Dinner conversations inspired by the committee’s original founding format
- Provocations and future-focused discussions on the evolving role of social science in architecture
- Opportunities to reconnect with long-term members, collaborators, and the broader design community
At its core, the celebration is about ideas, community, and the continued belief that architecture is deeply connected to human experience.
We look forward to celebrating the past 10 years, and imagining the next 10 together.Stay Tuned: We are currently finalizing the details for this event. To ensure you receive the official invitation, please keep an eye on the AIA NY Social Science and Architecture Committee’s page and follow PLASTARC for updates.
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