Continuing Education, Partner Program, Professional Development, Talk

World Trade Center Transportation Master Planning and Design: 25 Years Later

Nov 10, 2026

+ Add to Calendar 2026-11-10 18:00:00 2026-11-10 19:30:00 America/New_York World Trade Center Transportation Master Planning and Design: 25 Years Later The events of 9/11 devastated critical Lower Manhattan transportation systems. In rebuilding the World Trade Center (WTC) site, planners established a master plan framework for future construction that, after 25 years of design and implementation, has proven to be a catalyst for urban development and can serve as a benchmark for how to serve the public good. This presentation will outline the role played by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) in engaging effectively with multi Center for Architecture 536 LaGuardia Pl. New York NY 10012

Nov 10, 2026

Night-time view of the a lighted canopy which was the temporary PATH Station entry at Church Street Plaza.

World Trade Center Temporary PATH Station Church Street Plaza. Photo: Courtesy Robert Davidson.

Tuesday, 11/10, 6pm - 7:30pm

Location

Center for Architecture

Price

In-Person - AIANY Member: $5
In-Person - AIA (not AIANY Member): $5
In-Person - General Public: $15
In-Person - Student with Valid ID: Free

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The events of 9/11 devastated critical Lower Manhattan transportation systems. In rebuilding the World Trade Center (WTC) site, planners established a master plan framework for future construction that, after 25 years of design and implementation, has proven to be a catalyst for urban development and can serve as a benchmark for how to serve the public good. This presentation will outline the role played by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) in engaging effectively with multiple stakeholder organizations and the public, including the use of state-of-the art graphics, signage, temporary and permanent solutions for post-disaster response. It will delve in detail on the interplay between building and district planning at the municipal level and will demonstrate how municipal planning supports economic development.

Speakers:
Robert Davidson, FAIA, NCARB, Architect, Former Chief Architect of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ)

About the Speaker:
Robert Davidson, FAIA, is an award-winning architect nationally recognized for his expertise in developing and managing large complex multimodal transit and aviation projects. Completing a career at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), he served as Chief Architect for 14 years and projects in-house with his architectural staff, while also providing management and oversight of consultant teams for large scale transit and aviation projects. Davidson is now in private practice.