Institute for Public Architecture
The IPA, based in the historic Block House on Governors Island, uses design to address social, physical and environmental inequities in the city through our signature Selected Topic Fellowship and Independent Project Residency programs, and related public lectures, exhibits, and publications.
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2026 Open Call
Applications are now open for the 2026 Independent Project Residency Program at the Block House!
Emerging and mid-career practitioners working across disciplines and committed to exploring topics related to public space and public architecture are invited to apply. The residency program is open to local and global applicants from diverse backgrounds, educations, experiences, and aspirations at any stage of their career.
Applicants may be at any stage of their career. Applicants may be practitioners working across disciplines- including architecture, design, art, ecology, technology, and more.
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Upcoming Fall Exhibition - November 8
Join us on Saturday November 8th for the final Open [Block] House of the fall season- featuring a full house activation and exhibition by the 2025 Fall Fellows.
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Screening of The Story of the BQE at NYU - November 5
Join us on Wednesday, November 5th from 5:00-8:00pm for a free public screening of The Story of the BQE followed by a panel discussion at the NYU Kimmel Center.
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12th Annual Fall Fête - Thank You for Your Support
Thank you for joining us this year for our Fall Fête events- celebrating 12 years of the IPA!
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Learn more about our Independent Project Residency and Selected Topic Fellowship programs, and related public lectures, exhibits and publications.
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