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Virgil Abloh stands at a podium labeled "Harvard University Graduate School of Design," speaking and gesturing with hands spread. Two sneakers are displayed on the podium. Abloh is wearing a denim jacket.
A small, intricately designed monastery, known as the Paro Taktsang, is nestled into a rocky cliff face. The structure features traditional Bhutanese architecture with ornately decorated exterior walls and a golden spire. Surrounding vegetation consists of sparse trees and shrubs on rugged terrain.
A display of architectural scale models on a wooden table. The models feature a curved, futuristic design with multiple structures and sections, accompanied by a large, white organic-shaped object. The background has a curtain.
Tony Gomez-Ibanez headshot
This image features a person with curly hair. Text over the image reads: "2026 Wheelwright Winner, Ellen Peirson." At the bottom, the logos for Harvard University Graduate School of Design are displayed.
Purple book cover titled "ALTERNATIVE NATURE." Below, "Yoonjin Park" and "Jungyoon Kim" are listed. At the bottom, it reads "Landscape Architecture of PARKKIM." The background has a soft, abstract pattern with star shapes.
Cover of the book "Man-Made" by Karen Korellis Reuther. The title is in large pink and red text on a dark background. Subtitle reads: "How We Designed a World That Leaves Women Out, and How We Can Make It Right."
A matte black, minimalist faucet and circular basin on a round surface against a plain background.
The image shows an interior of a modern architectural space with large windows. Two individuals are on an industrial‑style staircase. One walks up, and another is on a lower level with boxes. The text “GSD COME BACK” and dates “9.25‑9.26” are prominently displayed.
The image shows the trays in Gund Hall, featuring its distinctive glass façade and illuminated interior at night. The building's unique triangular design is visible, with tables and chairs on an outdoor terrace in the foreground.
The image shows an aerial view of the Hudson Valley Shakespeare venue in a scenic landscape. The building features a unique roof design and is surrounded by lush greenery. In the background, hills and a body of water are visible under a cloudy sunset sky.
A person's hands are adjusting pieces on a detailed architectural model of a modern urban scene. There are elevated roadways and small representations of trees. The background is a plain, soft white.
A person with short brown hair, wearing a dark top, stands in front of a neutral background. Text on the image reads: "Elizabeth Christoforetti, Associate Professor in Practice of Architecture."
A modern building with glass and concrete architecture partially obscured by green leafy branches. The building has a small circular glass entrance labeled "Chauhaus." The foreground features a well-maintained lawn and traffic cones on the pathway.
A gallery room with ornate ceiling features a red wall displaying the letters "BEST" prominently. Various architectural photos and models are mounted on the wall, with additional models displayed on white tables. Elegant chandeliers provide lighting.
A person adjusts a detailed architectural model of a large building structure resembling high-rise complexes. The model features multiple interconnected towers with numerous windows and a foundation of supporting columns.
Graduates in caps and gowns celebrate outdoors, holding flowers and caps aloft. Trees and other graduates are visible in the background.
A large concrete wall displays a vertical pink banner for Harvard GSD, announcing the "Commencement 2026 Exhibition." The banner features the Harvard logo and geometric patterns. At the bottom, logos for "Harvard University Graduate School of Design" are visible. A person wearing a yellow jacket rides a bicycle in the foreground.
A wooden and metal structure resembling a small server cabinet is placed on a brick surface. In the background, a cat is sleeping on a raised stone ledge. Trees with green leaves are visible behind the ledge.
A person stands in front of a detailed architectural model and informational display.
A modern indoor art installation features multiple digital displays showcasing botanical images and patterns. The setup includes curved planters filled with soil and ornamental grasses. The background shows a spacious gallery with large windows and walls displaying diagrams and artwork.
Portrait of an individual standing in front of a backdrop with historical text. 'Yvonne Farrell Class Day Speaker' is written above. Logos for Harvard University Graduate School of Design are visible at the bottom.
A display of numerous architectural models on tables at an exhibition. People are observing and interacting with the models. The space is well-lit with a screen visible in the background.
Environmental author and activist Bill McKibben speaks at a podium bearing the text "…sity of Design" (Harvard Graduate School of Design) during his lecture "A Fresh Start for Our Cities." He is wearing a gray fleece vest and glasses, addressing an audience visible in the foreground as silhouettes.
A person walking past a doorway under bright sunlight. Another person approaches a dark doorway on the left. A large yellow poster with Chinese characters and the film title "Pagoda" is displayed. The image has a text mentioning "A Film by Betty Chen" and a label that says "Best Documentary Design Student Film Festival 2026".
A ginger cat stands on a round architectural model made of white structures. People are sitting on a sofa in the background, and several papers and another model are scattered nearby.
Poster for "Cambridge Talks 2026: Surfacing" at Harvard University Graduate School of Design. Features event details, including dates April 24-25, scheduling times, speaker names, and panel topics. The background is styled in blue with white text and overlayed graphic elements.
A person with long hair works at a cluttered desk with design materials. The text reads: "EARLY DESIGN EDUCATION APPLICATIONS DUE MONDAY APRIL 20." The logo for Harvard University Graduate School of Design is visible.
A person walks through a courtyard with blooming cherry blossom trees, near a concrete building.
A group of people sit in a room, listening to two individuals at the front, one speaking into a microphone. Wall displays feature framed pictures and books.
Headshot of Nancy Fraser, Senior Loeb Scholar, smiling.
A series of buildings arranged around a water landscape with mountains in the background.
Traditional fish traps known as 'bagang' on calm waters, reflecting red netting and wooden structures.
Promotional poster for 'Designers of Mountain and Water: Alternative Landscapes for a Changing Climate' exhibition, featuring a background of stylized mountain-like waves in shades of green. The event is scheduled from January 20 to May 15, 2026, organized by Harvard University Graduate School of Design and Korea Institute.
A microphone on a branch above the Charles River on a sunny day
A monochrome image of a gingerbread model of Gund Hall, displayed on a flat surface with other gingerbread structures in the background.
Poster for 'The project: Hope & Regenerative agriculture in adaptive trials' featuring two individuals in traditional attire standing in a garden. The backdrop includes lush greenery, vegetables, and vibrant floral graphics. Text and logos related to the project are visible at the bottom.
Promotional graphic for the 2026 Wheelwright Prize offering $100,000 for early-career architects, with an application deadline of February 8, presented by Harvard University Graduate School of Design.
Interior of the Trays at GSD with models and blueprints visible on desks, featuring a person working.
Artistic illustration featuring an afro pick silhouette with the text "Black Roots" overlaid on a textured background resembling an ancient map.
An orange cat wearing a collar with a tag, comfortably resting on a glass display case inside a museum. Large maps and informational posters are visible in the background.
Promotional poster for the LOEB Fellowship at Harvard University Graduate School of Design, announcing that applications are open with a deadline of January 5, 2026. The poster is set on a vivid pink background with white text.
A person speaking at a podium with the Harvard University Graduate School of Design logo displayed on the front.
Exterior view of Gund Hall on a sunny day, showing people walking by and green trees surrounding the area.
A close-up view of a wooden architectural model depicting undulating terrain with several small structures, focusing on a flat-roofed building at the foreground.
Interior of a large terraced space with multiple levels, featuring students working at various stations, surrounded by equipment and large white pipes overhead.
An audience attentively views a large projection of multiple images featuring cats in various settings, displayed in a gallery with white walls and ceiling beams.
A black cat and a gray cat look at the camera close up
Screenshot of GSD's Bluesky account with a blue verification check
Portrait of Avis Devine in front of a window
Smiling graduates in academic regalia
Captioned video of an excerpt of the podcast with Sheila O'Donnell speaking over a waveform visualization and a photo of her.
A wall saying HARVARD UNIVERSITY GRADUATE SCHOOL OF DESIGN THESIS FINAL PROJECTS SPRING 2025 with Remy, an orange cat, walking by
Video that says END OF YEAR EXHIBITIONS 2025 STARTING APRIL 30 with the Harvard GSD logo at the bottom and colorful lines around the borders
The Trays at Gund Hall, several floors of terraced desks illuminated by interesting light patterns from an open ceiling
A stylized drawing of palm trees and other, shorter trees over some water.
People sitting in an auditorium at a panel discussion at the Harvard Graduate School of Design in front of a large video screen displaying the text SITTING STILL
A longitudinal architectural section drawing of a multi-level building, depicting the arrangement of spaces like recreational areas, meeting rooms, and transitional zones. The linework details the interior organization and structural design.