sunlee

how would u guys define syracuse b.arch program?

im looking for a program that focuses a lot on conceptual designs.. preferably too conceptual.

by looking at "student work" for syracuse b.arch, i was disappointed to see just regular old blocky designs...


i'd just like to know what makes syracuse b.arch so amazing and well respected

archkid

"im looking for a program that focuses a lot on conceptual designs.."

how about;
Southern California Institute of Architecture

-sara

sunlee

archkid,

i have to decide between syracuse n pratt. =[

ive been to pratt, n have a fair understanding of what their program is like, but i just have no idea about 'cuse b.arch

sashimi46

dont' let those works fool you. just because they're blocky doesn't mean they're not conceptual. syracuse is known to be a much more conceptually oriented school. pratt is more research oriented.

sunlee

sashimi,

I did not know that. =/ as u know pratt's known to be conceptual even among the art schools, and their b.arch program seemed like it as well..

I personally prefer the artsy environment, but it doesnt have to be an art school, if just 'cuse architecture is artsy, im fine with it.

another question,, can i take interior design classes (mainly lighting design), for all institute electives at cuse? and is it good?

SSD

My S has to make the same decision. We just got back from Syracuse. They say their program is art based. The Pratt program seems less practical and more out there. Pratt could be harder because of this in my opinion. Syracuse models look practical and realistic. However, I know that many NYC firms like to hire from Pratt. In the end its personal choice and financials.

very_hopeful

Sunlee,

Which one did you pick and why?