
AmBD S3 E1
America ByDesign 2025 opens with Edelman Fossil Park and Museum of Rowan University, New Jersey. Then, International Square, an ambitious project in Washington, DC that reimagines a disconnected atrium as a dynamic Civic Space. Next, we showcase the Winner of the 2024 AIA Florida Merit Award of Excellence for New Work, Parkway Residence in Golden Beach, Florida. Finally, discover how Ted Moudis Associates in New York, created an innovative workspace in The Chrysler Building.


AmBD S3 E2
America ByDesign Episode 2 opens with Meow Wolf Convergence Station - an immersive art experience in Denver, Colorado. Then, perched atop the hills of West Los Angeles, discover the architectural brilliance of The Kingsland Residence. Next, located in the residential suburb of Sugarhouse, the multi-faceted Salt Lake City Fire Station No. 03 is setting a benchmark for sustainable fire station design. Finally, The Lawrenceville School Tsai Commons and Field House in New Jersey showcases how thoughtful architecture can reposition student life for the campus community.


AmBD S3 E3
America ByDesign Episode 3 begins high above Seattle with an inside look at the iconic Space Needle. Then, experience the exquisite design of La Padrona Restaurant nestled within Raffles, Boston. Next, escape to the tranquility of House in a Garden, a stunning private residence in Miami, Florida. Finally, the episode shines a spotlight on the innovative and holistic design philosophy of Clodagh, a celebrated New York designer.


AmBD S3 E4
Episode 4 opens with The Natural History Museum of Utah, an award-winning project inspired by Utah’s distinctive landscape. Then, we take you to Tacos & Tequila Lawrenceville - a new-build masterpiece blending authentic Latin warmth with modern simplicity. Next, we delve into the ‘Béton Brut’ aesthetic of The Dupont, Greenpoint Landing’s newest residential tower in Brooklyn, New York. Finally, discover how the renovation of Austin Sánchez Elementary utilized inclusive architecture and design to celebrate its bilingual culture.


AmBD S3 E5
America ByDesign Episode 5 opens with The Palace Theatre in New York, a historic landmark revitalized for contemporary entertainment. Then, discover how the innovative design of the new AIA LA Centre for Communities in LA is expanding the impact of the built environment. Next, the Wicker Park Courtyard House in Chicago redefines urban residential living. Finally, take in the breathtaking design of the Rutgers University Camden Nursing and Science Building in Camden, New Jersey.


AmBD S3 E6
America ByDesign Episode 6 opens with Florida’s The Naples Players Theatre, a vibrant space for performing arts. Then, discover the innovative and expansive campus design of Intuit Mountain View in San Francisco. Next, located in the heart of Manhattan New York, the Anagram Columbus Circle redefines urban living with its unique architectural approach. Finally, design informed by purpose. The Boys and Girls Clubs of Chicago Rusu-McCartin Club in Chicago engages youth through architecture.


AmBD S3 E7
America ByDesign Episode 7 opens with Southwest Florida's Award-winning Rebecca's Wine Bar at The Maddox Naples, David Corban Architect’s Japanese inspired oasis. Then, discover Studio VARA's Fire Country Lookout in Healdsburg, California, a multi-generational retreat setting a new standard for sustainable and resilient living. Next, Nashville’s 225 Polk showcases a masterful revitalization that honors the original New-Formalist landmark. Finally, a Spotlight feature on New York designer Liz Diller, co-founder of Diller Scofidio + Renfro Studio. We explore Diller’s visionary impact on urban landscapes through iconic projects like The Shed and High Line.


AmBD S3 E8
America ByDesign Episode 8 opens with a revolutionary net-zero Phius Zero Historic Retrofit in Oak Park, Illinois. Then, we showcase a beacon amidst Manhattan's skyscrapers and 2024 AIA New York Design Honor Award Winner, Trinity Church Wall Street New York. Next, a project that "stitches, weaves, and mends" two buildings together - the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital expansion by HKS Architects. Finally, delve into the innovation and style of a dynamic mixed-use development in Austin, 1515 Cesar Chavez - awarded AIA Austin’s Design Award for Innovation of Typology.


AmBD S3 E9
America ByDesign Episode 9 begins with the Fairplay Cabin, a mountain retreat in Alma, Colorado. Then, we visit a resilient and sustainable re-imagining of a fire station - the Sarasota County Fire Station #13. Next, discover the vibrant transformation of Under 30 Rock at Rockefeller Center in New York. Finally, we showcase Southwest Library in Washington D.C., an award-winning community-inspired design that achieved LEED Platinum Certification.


AmBD S3 E10
America ByDesign Episode 10 begins in Englewood, Colorado with the Origami House, a modern, energy-efficient retreat inspired by Japanese heritage. Then, we showcase POST Houston and 713 Music Hall in Houston, Texas. A reimagined former USPS hub transformed into a vibrant center for culture, food, and entertainment. Next, discover the revitalization of the District Wharf in Washington D.C., an integrated waterfront destination. Finally, flexible design that fosters collaboration and cultural exchange - the American Australian Association Murdoch Center, in New York.


AmBD S4 E1
Season 4 of America ByDesign kicks off with five incredible projects. We begin in Seattle Washington with the expansion of the stunning Seattle Aquarium Ocean Pavilion. Next, we visit Ponce City Market in Atlanta, Georgia, a historic building transformed into a bustling hub of culture, food, and retail. Then, Colorado's The Great Dharma Chan Monastery making a statement about sustainable design. In New York, we showcase The Treadwell, a residential tower that blends the classic Art Deco style of Manhattan with contemporary design. Finally, we head to Orange County, California to the Sandi Simon Center for Dance at Chapman University. A former orange packing house that has been beautifully reimagined for the next generation of artists.


AmBD S4 E2
This episode begins in Atlanta, Georgia, with Ten 5 Summerhill, a new townhome development designed to reflect contemporary urban living. Then, we showcase a unique hotel combining creative energy and playful design—The Shay at Ivy Station in Culver City, California. Next, discover Oasis at 767 Third Avenue in New York, a project that's transformed a circa-1980s building into a modern hub for office occupants. Then, there's the Seattle Convention Center Summit Building, a project helping to redefine the city's urban core. Finally, we spotlight visionary designer Sarah Kay, CEO of Woods Bagot, featuring award-winning designs such as The StandardX, 80 Collins, and Woods Bagot Melbourne Studio.


AmBD S4 E3
Episode 3 begins the Mingei International Museum in San Diego is a project of restoring and re-energizing a historic Balboa Park landmark. Then, we showcase The Playground, a whimsical underground amenity space beneath a historic New York skyscraper. Next in Atlanta, Georgia the new Trees Atlanta Headquarters is a once-forgotten industrial site revitalized into a stunning campus that reflects the organization's ecological mission. Finally, discover Blue Oak Landing in Vallejo, California, a zero-energy supportive housing project that sets a new bar for sustainable and resilient design.


AmBD S4 E4
America ByDesign Episode 4 begins in Denver, Colorado, with the Courtyard House, a home designed to maximize light and privacy in a dense urban neighborhood. Then a Designer Spotlight featuring Thomas Heatherwick, highlighting his transformative public space, Little Island, in New York. Next, explore the innovative One Line Studio in Greenwood Village, Colorado. Then we showcase the adaptable and cutting-edge Harvard University Science & Engineering Complex in Boston, Massachusetts. Finally, BARDAVID in Chicago, Illinois; a flexible wine bar and restaurant utilizing lighting design to create an unforgettable atmosphere.


AmBD S4 E5
This episode begins in San Francisco, California, with Emergence Capital Pier 5, transforming a historic waterfront pier into a modern, residential-feeling hub. Then, we showcase a new permanent home for a beloved mascot—the Ramblin' Reck Garage in Atlanta, Georgia. Next, discover Smith & Mills Restaurant in New York City, a softly lit sanctuary within the bustling Rockefeller Center concourse. Wolf Ranch River Camp in Georgetown, Texas is a master-planned community by Michael Hsu that seamlessly blends modern architecture with the natural beauty of the Texas Hill Country. Finally, discover how the award-winning Evelyn ADU in Albany, California is redefining urban infill with dignity and elegance.


AmBD S4 E6
America ByDesign Episode 6 begins in Cascade, Colorado with the award-winning Pikes Peak Summit Visitors Center. Then, we showcase Mini Tower One in Brooklyn, New York, a residential addition that maximizes space flexibility through creative design. Next, discover the carefully composed Stone Family Picnic Glade at the Chicago Botanic Garden in Glencoe, Illinois. We showcase Uchiko Restaurant in Houston, Texas - a refined dining experience with Japanese inspiration. Finally, we explore Chroma Modern in Fort Worth, Texas, an award-winning retail space whose glass-box design radically transforms the eyewear shopping experience.


AmBD S4 E7
America ByDesign Episode 7 begins in Manhattan Beach with Zen House, an innovative minimalist solution to family living in a busy street location. Then, a special designer spotlight with an industry icon, “The People’s Architect", Carol Ross Barney. Next discover the new multi-functional campus for Furkids Cat Shelter in Atlanta, Georgia seamlessly integrated with nature. We head to Colorado Springs to showcase the US Olympic and Paralympic Museum and Park Union Bridge, design inspired by accessibility and movement. Finally, a special design feature on The Ringo Chair by Umbra Design, a practical and eco-friendly stackable seat crafted from a mixed wood fiber composite.


AmBD S4 E8
America ByDesign Episode 8 begins in Boulder, Colorado with the Vergence House, a luxurious highly sustainable family home, where design fosters connection with nature. Then, a revitalized modern sanctuary combining luxury travel and holistic wellness - it's the Murrieta Hot Springs Resort in California. Next, discover La Nube in El Paso, Texas, a playful, cloud-like STEAM Discovery Center designed by Snøhetta. Then, in the heart of Chicago's Fulton Market, we showcase 345 N Morgan, an award-winning LEED Silver office building. Finally, we head to Fort Worth, Texas to see the Horse and Mule Barns, a major adaptive reuse project that transformed the historic, dilapidated stockyards into a vibrant, mixed-use development.


AmBD S4 E9
America ByDesign Episode 9 begins in West Paso Robles, California at Saxum Vineyard, highlighting an entirely self-sufficient contemporary pole barn. Then, we showcase the Lofts at Centennial Yards South in Atlanta, Georgia, an immense and meticulous adaptive reuse of the historic 1912 Southern Railway Freight Depot. Next, discover the new Kansas City International Airport terminal in Missouri, a new 1.1-million-square-foot travel hub designed with accessibility and sustainability at the fore. We head to Denver, Colorado to the Foothills Golf Course Clubhouse - a mass timber construction with striking elevation. Finally, explore Northlake Commons in Seattle, Washington, an ambitious, lab-ready office building.


AmBD S4 E10
The America ByDesign Series 4 Finale begins in Kansas City, Missouri with the Electric Park Garden Bar, an indoor/outdoor venue utilizing sophisticated pre-fabricated construction. Then, we explore Wild Rose in Avon, Colorado, a "Home of the Year" that balances luxury, comfort, and dramatic mountain views. Next, The Prow in Seattle, Washington, a unique biophilic retreat. We then highlight the multi-award-winning Kendeda Building at Georgia Tech in Atlanta, Georgia. Finally, we showcase the community-driven and sustainably-powered Gunnison County Library in Gunnison, Colorado.


AmBD S5 E1
The America ByDESIGN™ Series 5 premiere begins in Boston in Massachusetts with the transformation of Boqueria Restaurant. Then, we showcase Confluence Fort Collins in Colorado, a new pedestrian-oriented space enriching the rapidly developing River City. Next, LEAD Innovation Studio in Kansas City, a flexible, project-based learning environment redefining the traditional high school. Explore the stunning mixed-use hotel and residential tower Stella at Star Metals in Atlanta. And finally, RDC–Studio One Eleven Workplace and Urban Lab is a former department store in Long Beach California transformed into an office and community hub.


AmBD S5 E6
America ByDESIGN™ Episode 6 begins with Sedgwick Hall at Rockhurst University, a 1914 structure reborn. Then, the Pleasant Plains wareHOUSE + Studio in Washington D.C. showcases a fossil-fuel-free transformation of a vacant warehouse into a modern family home and studio. Next, The Wabi Sabi House: a Japanese-inspired residence that celebrates beauty in imperfection. In Ohio, we showcase a nautical-inspired floating clubhouse - the Perrysburg Boat Club. Finally, Seattle’s Heartwood demonstrates a carbon-negative future with an innovative eight-story mass timber building.


AmBD S5 E7
America ByDESIGN™ Episode 7 begins with Tarry House in Blanco, Texas, a ranch-inspired Hill Country haven. Then, we visit a world-class acoustic sanctuary - Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia. In Hubbard, Ohio, the St. Pat’s Church Restoration showcases a community’s resilience through a masterful preservation of a landmark. Next, the Park Home in Ravenna in Seattle, Washington, reimagines the traditional gablescape drawing inspiration from its built environment. Finally, in Honolulu, Hawaii, the Central Pacific Plaza transforms a flagship bank branch into a vibrant community hub.


AmBD S5 E5
America ByDESIGN™ Episode 5 begins with Charles River Speedway in Brighton, Massachusetts, an 1899 racing stable reborn as a vibrant community courtyard. Then, we explore how the Asteria Theater at Colorado Mesa University is setting a new regional standard for sustainability and technical excellence. In St Louis, Missouri, the Armstrong Residence pushes the boundaries of a 1940s ranch with bold, origami-inspired folded geometries. Next, the Tree Lofts in Tennessee showcase inspired design immersed in nature. Finally, in Berkeley, The Hope Center & Berkeley Way demonstrates architectural compassion through creating a dignified "Continuum of Housing" for its community.


AmBD S5 E8
America ByDESIGN™ Episode 8 begins with a biophilic inspired expansion of the Portland International Airport in Oregon. Then, Courtyard Nine in Cincinnati, Ohio utilizes thoughtful design to maximize natural light and privacy for its owners. In Cambridge, Massachusetts, Rivermark showcases a bold refurbishment of a 1970s Brutalist residential complex. Next, the Center for Missouri Studies in Columbia, Missouri, integrates campus and city life within a limestone-clad library. Finally, the Winthrop Library in Washington stands as a community-driven civic hub inspired by the region's traditional agrarian hay barns.


AmBD S5 E9
America ByDESIGN™ Episode 9 begins with The Lookout in Telluride, Colorado, a net-zero mountain retreat crafted from local stone and charred wood. Then, we explore the Lehman College Nursing Center in the Bronx, a state-of-the-art facility featuring modern concrete forms and clinical simulation labs. In St. Louis, Lake in the Delmar Maker District demonstrates community revitalization through the adaptive reuse of industrial makerspaces. Next, Serendipity 3 in New York City reimagines a legendary landmark with whimsical, Warhol-inspired interiors and a mirrored dome. Finally, in San Francisco, Albion Court reinterprets the classic Mission District townhouse with light-filled courtyards and contemporary geometries.


AmBD S5 E2
America ByDESIGN™ Episode 2 begins in Cambridge, Massachusetts, with Frost Terrace, a 100% affordable community that expertly merges historic preservation with new, contemporary architecture. Then, in Cleveland, Ohio, we showcase Ghost House & Fox Residence, an asymmetrical home with an innovative design for contemporary city living. Next, the 8VC Headquarters in Austin, Texas have transformed a 100-year-old bungalow into a luxurious office. We then feature the serene hilltop headquarters of The Herzog Foundation in Smithville, Missouri, defined by unique materials with a nod to its origins. Finally, The Seattle Academy of Arts & Sciences Middle School demonstrates how the design of an urban campus seeks to maximize a compact space and connect with the surrounding community.


AmBD S5 E3
America ByDESIGN™ Episode 3 explores the power of adaptive reuse, beginning in St. Louis, Missouri, where a derelict industrial foundry is transformed into a dynamic mixed-use destination. Then, a forward-thinking Student Center at The Perkiomen School by Flansburgh Architects - designed to be the physical heart of an independent school in Pennsburg, Pennsylvania. Next, discover The Rambler on the Kitsap Peninsula, Washington, a unique residence deeply connected to its forest landscape through craft and material. In Boulder Creek, California, a beloved community library undergoes a sensitive renovation. Finally, we showcase the conversion of a mid-century office block into affordable live-work housing for artists with the Santa Ana Arts Collective in California.


AmBD S5 E4
America ByDESIGN™ Episode 4 begins in Big Sky, Montana, with Cowboy Heaven, a luxury mountain retreat blending rugged Western materials with contemporary architecture. Then, we explore a purpose-built performance space in Memphis, Tennessee - Collage Dance. Next, innovative design creates a secluded sanctuary for literature and nature with the Writer's Studio in Connecticut. In Douglasville, Georgia, the Douglas County High School Sports Complex, known as “The Claw,” transforms a historic site with forward-thinking design. Finally, we showcase Mary’s Place Family Center in Seattle, an eight-story vertical community redefining how architecture can address homelessness with dignity and scale.


AmBD S5 E10
America ByDESIGN™ Episode 10 begins with Koko Kai Cliffside in Honolulu, Hawaii, a dramatic residential feat that balances modern luxury with a rugged basalt coastline. Then, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra’s Historic Powell Hall in Missouri undergoes a transformative expansion and restoration to enhance the acoustic and community experience. In Tucson, Arizona, lightHOUSE demonstrates the power of sustainable, small-scale design. Next, the Washington Township Fire Department Fire Station 41 in Ohio reimagines emergency response infrastructure and firefighter wellness. Finally, Hartwood in San Jose California showcases the future of urban density through a carbon-negative mass timber structure.


AmBD S6 E1
America ByDESIGN™ Season 6, Episode 1 begins with Octant House in Austin, Texas, a residence defined by geometric precision and a seamless integration with its sloped landscape. Then, Isla Intersections Supportive Housing in Los Angeles, California, reimagines urban living through a modular design that creates a sanctuary for the community. In Seattle, Washington, the US Bank Center demonstrates how a modernized workspace can harmonize nature with a classic urban skyline. Next, the Texas A&M University Southside Recreation Center in College Station, Texas, emphasizes student well-being through a design that prioritizes natural materials and campus connection. Finally, the Telescope House in Sedona, Arizona, elevates the desert experience through a structure designed to capture the majesty of the surrounding landscape.


AmBD S6 E2
America ByDESIGN™ Season 6, Episode 2 begins with Haleakelā in Honolulu, a sophisticated residential retreat designed to celebrate island living. Then, the Kiewit Luminarium in Omaha, Nebraska, has created a dynamic and inclusive environment designed to ignite curiosity. In McKinney, Texas, the TUPPS Brewery & Taproom transforms an industrial site into a vibrant social destination that honors the region’s heritage. Next, the TSG Foundation Center for Spiritual Development in Scottsdale, Arizona, provides a serene sanctuary focused on education and personal growth within a tranquil desert setting. Finally, Pine Flat in Healdsburg, California, features a modern residence that utilizes design to thoughtfully integrate into its forested environment.


AmBD S6 E3
Season 6, Episode 3 begins in Boston, Massachusetts, at 10 World Trade, a commercially ambitious development by Sasaki. Next, we visit the Awty International School Campus Center in Houston, Texas, where Lake Flato Architects have created a high-performance, biophilic hub for a diverse international community. Then, in Tucson, Arizona, discover Real House by HK Associates, a home that masterfully frames the beauty of the Sonoran Desert. Then, Carmel Valley Family Residence in California by Studio Schicketanz is a masterclass in site-specific architecture. Finally, the Daniel Kahikina Akaka VA Clinic in Kapolei, Hawaii, designed by Ferraro Choi reimagines thoughtful design that supports patient well-being.


AmBD S6 E4
Episode 4 begins in Austin, Texas, at the Moody Center, an arena that anchors a vibrant new mixed-use district. In Sheldon, South Carolina, we explore the Davis Pond Renovation, a multi-generational retreat. Then, we dive into a hub for tech innovation - Virginia Tech’s Academic Building One. In Petaluma, California, we showcase the Owl House and Red Hill Studio, where sustainable, site-responsive design connects residents to the natural cycles of the landscape. Finally, in Winchester, Tennessee, a local practice is transformed into a state-of-the-art facility with Winchester Family Dentistry.


AmBD S6 E5
This episode begins at the base of Catalina mountains in Tucson, Arizona with Ventana House - a window on the desert. Then, in Dallas, Texas, we explore The Lamplighter School - a campus that elevates the student experience through exceptional design. Next, Watts Works in Los Angeles, California offers a model for addressing housing needs through efficient, community-centered development. In Virginia, we examine the Vienna Zero Energy 2024 home, visually striking and a testament to the future of sustainable living. Finally, LAWSWHISKEY.sanctuary in Denver, Colorado is a project that transforms space into a place of refined character and comfort.


AmBD S6 E6
The episode begins in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the PHMC Public Health Campus at 4601 Market Street, a transformative community health facility. In Austin, Texas, we explore the Clarksville Residence, a project that seamlessly blends modern living with a historic neighborhood’s character. We then travel to Mesa, Arizona, to discover the ASU Media & Immersive eXperience (MIX) Center, a state-of-the-art facility built to foster the next generation of creative media. In Omaha, Nebraska, we visit the Joslyn Art Museum’s Rhonda & Howard Hawks Pavilion, a masterclass in architectural expansion and cultural preservation. Finally, we head to California, to see how the La Selva Beach Library serves as a vital, design-forward hub for its coastal community.


AmBD S6 E7
Episode 7 begins with the Nolensville Fire Station 1, designed to be a modern, highly functional civic anchor. In San Francisco, California, we explore Building 12, a project that breathes new life into industrial infrastructure. We then travel to Houston, Texas, to discover the Bridge House - a residence that masterfully bridges the gap between nature and living space. In Indianapolis, the West Perry Branch of the Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library is designed to serve as a hub for community literacy and engagement. Finally, we head to Denver, Colorado to discover the LoHi Studio Loft - a clever live-work space designed for modern urban density. This episode is brought to you by Engage Building Products.
