Weaving the Courtyard
Escobedo Soliz Studio
MEXICO CITY, MEXICO
Principals: Lazbent Pavel Escobedo Amaral and Andrés Soliz Paz
Weaving the Courtyard is the result of a series of simple actions that have catalyzed different atmospheres across the MoMA PS1 courtyard. A woven canopy and earthworks encourage visitors to slow down, potentially reframing how they interact not only with each other but also with the landscape and sky. New outdoor spaces—including a raised bed of sand, a reflective wading pool, and a room of cooling misters—provide a topography of assorted textures, color, and light. Read more »
Recess PS1
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND/h3>
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND
Principals: Yasmin Vobis and Aaron Forrest
New York
MoMA PS1
MoMA PS1 is one of the oldest and largest nonprofit contemporary art institutions in the United States. An exhibition space rather than a collecting institution, MoMA PS1 devotes its energy and resources to displaying the most experimental art in the world. MoMA PS1 presents over 50 exhibitions each year, including artists’ retrospectives, site-specific installations, historical surveys, arts from across the United States and the world, and a full schedule of music and performance programming. Read more »
2016 Finalists
Warm Up at MoMA PS1
Warm Up is MoMA PS1's critically acclaimed music series and has become one of NYC's most anticipated summer events. The series is housed within the architectural installation created by the winner of the annual Young Architects Program. Together, the music, architecture, and exhibition program provide a unique multisensory experience for music fans, artists, and families alike. View schedule »