DXA studio, a New York based architecture and design firm known for a diverse range of projects primarily in Manhattan and Brooklyn, won a number of highly acclaimed architecture and design awards in 2020. They have been recognized in the NYCxDESIGN Awards, the Society of American Registered Architects (SARA) Awards, the Architect’s Newspaper Awards, and the American Institute of Architects New York State (AIANYS) Awards.
In May, DXA studio was awarded the Grand Prize in the category of “Commercial” in the prestigious 2020 NYCxDESIGN Awards by Interior Design and ICFF for their design of a future Midtown Urban Pathway Viaduct. The design proposes a pedestrian conduit that spans 9th Avenue and connects the new Moynihan Train Hall at West 31st Street to the High Line and Hudson Yards at 30th Street. DXA’s design references the historic interlaced steel plate work of the High Line and the intricate steel structure of the original inner concourse of the 1910 Penn Station.
A future Midtown Viaduct by DXA studio
This past year DXA also won a 2020 Society of American Registered Architects (SARA) National Award in the Multifamily Housing: Condominiums and Apartments category for the development at 280 St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn. 280 St. Marks Avenue is an 80,000 square foot, 32-unit condominium building where DXA was tasked with maintaining the context of the surrounding Brooklyn neighborhood. The unique design features geometry that corresponds to the historic Flatbush Turnpike, whose early grid was superimposed by the City grid in the 1800’s resulting in angled neighboring buildings and irregular property lines, with the remainder dedicated to public use, including dedicated bike lanes and planters.
280 St. Marks Avenue in Brooklyn
DXA studio Partner Wayne Norbeck said, “We are thrilled to have been recognized with honors by these prestigious institutions and publications. Our work this year spanned multiple categories of both built and future-oriented design. We are honored to be recognized by the many professionals who have judged and reviewed our work in 2020.”
DXA studio’s reimagining of the Brooklyn Bridge won top prize in the Best of Design Awards Unbuilt – Urban Design category, in the prestigious Architect’s Newspaper Awards for 2020. They also received an honorable mention in the Facades category for their work on the Maverick at 215-225 West 28th Street in Chelsea, developed by HAP Investments.
Brooklyn Bridge Design by DXA studio
Façade at 215-225 West 28th Street
The American Institute of Architects New York State (AIANYS) recognized DXA studio’s exceptional work on reimagining the Brooklyn Bridge and awarded the firm an “Award of Merit.” DXA’s Great Bridge proposal envisions a future that elevates people over automobiles, reclaims land entangled by roads and ramps for civic use in the form of parks, museums, local commerce, recreation and housing, and makes the bridge more accessible to adjacent communities. In the design, the upper deck expansion becomes a planted promenade with lanes for tourists and commuters, while the lower deck features six traffic lanes reduced to two for trolleys and emergency vehicles, with the remainder dedicated to public use, including dedicated bike lanes and planters.
“Although 2020 was certainly a difficult year for everyone, our team met many challenges seeking a better future through thoughtful design, and it is an honor to be recognized for our hard work,” said DXA studio Partner Jordan Rogove.
About DXA studio
DXA studio is an award-winning design practice that provides a rare balance of expertly crafted design with technical proficiency. Believing in the power of architecture to positively influence the lives of all that engage it, DXA focuses on authenticity, sustainability and innovation in all their projects.
Established in 2011, DXA’s expertise spans the full spectrum of design services and project categories including multi-family and single family residential, commercial, institutional and hotel design. In-depth research and analysis happen prior to design, identifying opportunities to push boundaries and integrate technological advances in building materials, construction, and sustainable strategies. By capitalizing on these discoveries, the site, program and unique opportunities of each project, DXA produces creative solutions and distinctive design work that consistently outperforms expectations.
At DXA studio, client projects begin with an open exchange of ideas and full architect-client collaboration. The client’s program and desires, along with the complexities and context of the site are used to create a conceptual framework. From this process, a design of distinctive identity, clarity, and ingenuity is created.
For more information about DXA studio, please visit http://www.dxastudio.com/.
