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Neil Denari Lecture 2026
May 6 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Free
Overview
The Neil Denari Lecture 2026 features architect Neil M. Denari delivering a talk on May 6, 2026, at the Center for Media and Design in Santa Monica, California. The event forms part of the SMC NOMAS Spring Lecture series in the field of contemporary architecture.
Focus
The lecture centers on key themes in Denari’s work including geometry, surface, representation, and the relationship between architecture and media. It also touches on the growing role of AI tools in contemporary design processes.
Program
The program includes a formal lecture by Neil Denari, FAIA, followed by a Q&A session. The event runs from 6:15 PM to 7:30 PM in the main auditorium.
Audience
This lecture mainly targets architecture students, faculty members, and professionals interested in current design research and practice.
Event Details
| Dates | May 6, 2026 (6:15 PM – 7:30 PM) |
|---|---|
| Venue | Center for Media and Design, 1660 Stewart St., Santa Monica, CA 90404, USA |
| Event Type | Lecture |
| Access | Open to the public |
| Fees | Free admission |
✦ ArchUp Editorial Insight
From an architecture perspective, single-speaker lectures like this often prioritize individual formal explorations over broader critical examination of the systems that shape architectural production. While such events provide visibility for established voices, they rarely challenge the dominant models of practice in any significant way.
Closing Note
The lecture occupies a modest position within the busy Los Angeles architecture calendar.
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