Michael Ford: The Hip Hop Architect
Explore the intersection of Hip Hop Culture and design
Hip Hop is beyond beats and rhymes.
Architecture is more than bricks and mortar.
What happens when the advanced study of these two worlds collide?
Back in person, the IIDA NY Pioneering Design® Series is a dynamic two-part event, showcasing the power of collaboration in design which seeks to expand perceptions, open discussion and bring innovative ideas to our community.
For our first event, Michael will share his current endeavors in the cross-venture of Hip-Hop, Architecture, Culture and Design.
This juxtaposition brings creative arts together in brand new ways!
Join us for a night with 250 of your industry peers and connect with like-minded attendees as we learn new ways to share, collaborate and pivot in design!
SPEAKER:
Michael Ford – Principle Owner of BrandNu Design, Founder of Hip Hop Architecture Camp
Michael Ford is an award-winning architect and academic whose mission is to promote diversity in the architecture, engineering, and construction fields through culturally relevant pedagogy. Known as “The Hip Hop Architect,” Ford is making waves in the design world with his pioneering program, The Hip Hop Architecture Camp, which uses Hip Hop culture to introduce underrepresented youth to architecture and design. This unique approach to diversifying the design professions has earned Ford national acclaim, with features in media outlets such as Oprah Winfrey Network’s Super Soul Sunday, The TODAY Show, Rolling Stone Magazine, Architect Magazine, and Vibe Magazine.
