School of Architecture & Design

Design the Future

Technology is transforming the world of architecture and design, influencing how we plan buildings, develop websites, create advertisements, and arrange commercial spaces.

In New York Tech’s School of Architecture and Design, you’ll have the latest tools at your fingertips and supportive faculty by your side as you explore the intersection of creativity, technology, and collaboration.

Our studio-based education encourages productive collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking as you tackle design problems in communities close to home and across the world. International exchanges and study opportunities expose you to diverse global settings and perspectives while helping you grow your network of professional contacts.

Whether designing office buildings that facilitate modern ways of working, planning urban settings that are good for the climate and the people who live there, or pioneering new forms of visual communication, our students develop sustainable solutions attentive to the complexities of the real world.

At New York Tech, refine your technique and vision in the global center of architecture, design, and media while accessing a wealth of opportunities to build your experience, your network, and your career.

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Rankings & Stats

Top 15%

of Best Value Schools for Art Majors.

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Top 20%

Best Universities and Colleges by salary potential.

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Top Source

of architects in NY. More licensed architects in New York State graduated from New York Tech than from any other university.

Degrees & Programs

At the School of Architecture and Design, practical experiences sharpen your skills, while a holistic approach encourages you to consider the impact of your ideas on communities and the planet.

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Undergraduate Majors & Minors

From the built environment to digital media, prepare for a career in architecture, construction management, interior design, or graphic design. 

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Graduate Programs

Explore where health and urban design, UX/UI development, machine learning, novel materials, and other new technologies influence established design and architectural principles and their applications.

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Accelerated Dual Degree Programs

Save time and money and launch your career more quickly with our accelerated paths to an M.Arch. or M.F.A. degree.

Departments

Our three distinct departments unite in pursuing forward-thinking and tech-driven solutions with minimal environmental impact.

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Architecture

From individual structures to complex urban environments, design spaces and systems that allow us to live sustainably and well—as individuals and communities.

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Interior Design

Create environments where people can thrive. Through community-oriented projects and internships, our students train to become technically skilled and globally engaged interior designers.

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Digital Art & Design

Master the latest digital media technologies, and learn to formulate creative design solutions where Pixar’s founders got their start.

Student Voices

Wearing a suit jacket and tie, New York Tech School of Architecture and Design student Christopher Shagan stands in front of a pond.

I love that each student is given the same project each semester, but by using our unique thought processes and creativity, we arrive at completely different ideas. It is an amazing environment in which to learn.

Christopher Shagan
Bachelor of Architecture

What We Do

From designing sophisticated residential spaces to analyzing the social impact of architecture, our faculty are masters of their craft and professionals making significant contributions to their respective fields.

Student Work

Being surrounded by talent is one of the best ways to elevate your own work. See what our students are capable of, with example projects ranging from intimate interiors to large urban spaces, arranged by program.

Atmosphere Architectural Journal

Browse the School of Architecture and Design’s annual, student-led publication for information about programs and extensive samples of student work from each discipline.

A drawing featured in a recent issue of New York Tech's Atmosphere Architectural Journal.

Study Abroad Programs

Students take advantage of programs abroad to study significant urban environments, deepening their understanding of architectural history and inspiring their own design work.

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Design Workshops & International Collaborations

Collaborative experiences bring together diverse professionals from across the globe, giving students the opportunity to be challenged and grow as they work on community-centered design projects.

For a design project, a New York Tech School of Architecture and Design student imagines a 3-D structure within a natural environment.

Experiential Learning

Realize your designs with advanced digital fabrication and modeling equipment in the Fabrication Lab. Complete projects or try out professional tools in The HIVE’s immersive, virtual environments. At New York Tech, learning in real-world contexts accelerates your growth as a professional and broadens your perspective.

About Us

Learn more about how we graduate creative, well-rounded architects and designers fluent in traditional principles and technology’s applications.

History and Mission

We leverage the latest technologies and emphasize leadership to provide a future-oriented professional education in architecture and design. Explore our history and the values that drive us.

Studio Culture

We believe we can create amazing things together. And we’re open, cultivating a respectful place for everyone at the table. Realize your potential in a supportive, ambitious, and collaborative environment.

FRIENDS

The FRIENDS program forges ties between the School of Architecture and Design and industry professionals, benefitting students through mentorship, internship, and career opportunities and up-to-date knowledge of marketplace trends.

Alumni Network

From the founders of architectural firms to entrepreneurs disrupting building-related industries, graduates join a network of alumni who are accomplished professionals and creative leaders in the field.

Partnerships

We’re building a globally connected student experience, forming partnerships and agreements with universities and organizations in Italy, Spain, China, and more locations to foster exchanges and expand opportunities.

School News

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Architecture Students Awarded in Design Competition

Eleven New York Tech architecture students recently competed at the NOMA (National Organization for Minority Architects) conference in Baltimore and came away with honorable mention in the 2024 Barbara G. Laurie Student Design Competition.

Portrait of Jeffrey Raven

Jeffrey Raven Appointed to NYC Panel on Climate Change

Associate Professor of Architecture Jeffrey Raven, Ph.D., FAIA, LEED BD+C, has been appointed to the fifth New York City Panel on Climate Change.

News Byte: Architecture Students Win International Design Competition

School of Architecture and Design students have been selected as winners of We Are Out of Time’s competition for the design of two sustainable, artistic pavilions in Italy and England.

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New Academic Year Brings New Faculty

New York Tech welcomes new and recently hired faculty to the university for the new academic year.

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Rozina Vavetsi, M.Sc., Selected as a Fulbright U.S. Scholar

Associate Professor of Digital Art and Design Rozina Vavetsi, M.Sc., will travel to the University of Johannesburg in South Africa, where she will teach and research human-centered, participatory design and the decolonization of the curriculum.

New York Tech alumni John and Roxanna Kariyannis

A Match Made in Architecture

John and Roxanna Kariyannis have been a remarkable duo ever since their days at New York Tech. It has only gotten better in the 18 years they have been married and raising their son and niece.

School Events

Accreditation

The School of Architecture and Design offers two professional architectural degree programs accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB):

  • The Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) program (160 credits) has been awarded  NAAB Continuing Accreditation status. The next B.Arch accreditation visit is scheduled for 2025.
  • The Master of Architecture (M.Arch) program, Track I (90 credit hours) and Track II (pre-professional degree + 60 hours)  was awarded NAAB Initial Accreditation in 2022 and has been granted Continuing Candidacy status. The accreditation visit for Continuing Accreditation is scheduled for 2025.

The interior design program leading to the Interior Design, B.F.A. is accredited by the Council for Interior Design Accreditation. The CIDA-accredited program prepares students for entry-level interior design practice, for advanced study, and to apply for membership in professional interior design organizations. The program has been accredited by CIDA since March 1984. The 2019 CIDA visit resulted in a six-year professional-level accreditation through 2025.


The Interior Design, B.F.A. granted by New York Institute of Technology School of Architecture and Design meets the educational requirement for eligibility to sit for the National Council for Interior Design Qualification Examination (NCIDQ Exam).

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