Nordic in NYC, Established and New(er)

Organized by ASF with Susan Chin of DesignConnects, in collaboration with the American Institute of Architects New York, and American Institute of Architects Continental Europe, Nordic American Connections: Conversations on Architecture and Design is a four-part series that presents prominent architects, critics and scholars to reflect on Scandinavian and Nordic design’s enduring impact in shaping modern American design since the 19th century.

With renewed interest in the Nordic tradition and its resilient building strategies for climate action and wellbeing, contemporary architects and designers, both Nordic and American, remain strong contributors to the American landscape with award-winning projects reflecting cross cultural influences. The series continues in 2026 on Thursday, January 15, 2026, with Nordic in NYC, Established and New(er) at Scandinavia House in New York City. The panel will highlight leading architecture and design firms in New York City, representing a unique vision while sharing a commitment to values that guide contemporary architecture. These firms embody the continuing influence of Nordic design principles —centering human comfort, social equity and welfare, environmental responsibility, natural material and handcraft— within a global context.

Participants include Matthew Lister Managing Director at Gehl Americas, Anne-Rachel Schiffmann, Architect and Interior Architecture Discipline Director out of  Snøhetta’s New York office, and Steven Holl of STEVEN HOLL ARCHITECTS.