Warm Wishes From ICAA President Peter Lyden

New Heights Comes to Alamo Heights Junior School in Texas

The ICAA’s New Heights program introduces middle school students to classical architecture through lessons in the classroom and experiences in the field. In 2018, Michael G. Imber Architects, under the leadership of Mac White and Andrew Hander, brought the program to Alamo Heights Junior School in Texas.

Panel Discussion with Robert A.M. Stern, Gary L. Brewer, and Melissa DelVecchio

On Wednesday, October 10, the ICAA premiered Robert A.M. Stern: Always a Student at a sold-out event. The film is the first installment of Design in Mind, a series of original, mini documentary films produced by the ICAA.

Following the screening, Robert A.M. Stern participated in a special panel discussion, where he was joined by fellow Robert A.M. Stern Architects (RAMSA) partners Gary L. Brewer and Melissa DelVecchio. Moderated by Architectural Digest Decorative Arts Editor Mitchell Owens, the panel’s conversation was filmed in its entirety and can be watched now.

A Slice of England with India Hicks

On Monday, November 5th, design legends and lifelong friends India Hicks and Alexa Hampton spoke at a sold-out event hosted by the ICAA in collaboration with the New York School of Interior Design. During their lively discussion, the pair candidly talked about the inspiration for India’s new book India Hicks: A Slice of England, which is now available through Rizzoli.

Robert A.M. Stern: Always a Student

The ICAA is honored to present Robert A.M. Stern: Always a Student, the first installment of Design in Mind, a series of original, mini-documentary films produced by the ICAA.

The Foundations of Classical Architecture: Greek Classicism

Watch as architectural historian Calder Loth explores the fundamental role that Greek classicism has played in the development of Western architectural traditions. Viewers may receive one continuing education (CE) and or AIA credit by watching this video and subsequently scoring at least 80% on a quiz that tests your understanding of the material.

18th Century Sweden: The Golden Age of Gustavian Style

ICAA President Peter Lyden reflects on his recent trip to Sweden as a part of the ICAA travel program "18th Century Sweden: The Golden Age of Gustavian Style."

2018 Award for Emerging Excellence in the Classical Tradition

On Sunday, May 6th, 2018, designer Cailin Shannon was honored as the winner of the Award for Emerging Excellence in the Classical Tradition at a ceremony hosted in New York City. Launched in 2017, the Award is a collaboration between the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art (ICAA), The Prince's Foundation (PF), and the International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture and Urbanism (INTBAU). The Award was presented by ICAA Board Member Barbara Eberlein and INTBAU Executive Director Harriet Wennberg, with Cailin taking the opportunity to acknowledge the organizations involved in the award while recognizing the diversity of classicism.

Arthur Ross Award Winners Panel Discussion

ICAA Board Member Barbara Eberlein moderates a panel discussion with some of the 2018 Arthur Ross Award Winners, including Craig Hamilton (Architecture), Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk (Education), Stuart Cohen (History & Writing), and James Doyle and Kathryn Herman of Doyle Herman Design Associates (Landscape Design).

See how your donations make a difference in the lives of our students

Thanks to support from our generous donors, the ICAA has extended its educational reach in 2018, presenting programs across the country for middle-school and college students, emerging and established professionals, educators, and enthusiasts. This video showcases some of our impactful educational programming from the past year.

"Life at the Top: New York's Most Exceptional Apartment Buildings" Discussion with Kirk Henckels and Anne Walker

ICAA Board Member Kirk Henckels and architectural historian Anne Walker, authors of Life at the Top: New York's Most Exceptional Apartment Buildings, discuss some of New York's most extraordinary apartment buildings throughout history. This discussion is be moderated by Architectural Digest Decorative Arts Editor Mitch Owens.

The Foundations of Classical Architecture: Roman Classicism

Watch as architectural historian Calder Loth explores the fundamental role that Roman classicism has played in the development of Western architectural traditions. Viewers may receive one continuing education (CE) and or AIA credit by watching this video and subsequently scoring at least 80% on a quiz that tests your understanding of the material.

Classical City Guide: New York

The ICAA is pleased to introduce the Classical City Guide, a new series of videos showcasing architecture in cities and regions across the United States and around the world. Join ICAA Instructor and Architectural Historian Francis Morrone for the first film, exploring classical buildings and sites across the New York City boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn.