Loci Architecture

05/15/2026

Sai Hu and Zarah Durst recently joined artist Yuke Li in bringing the final mural design to life as part of the 2026 SBS Murals Project in Astoria, Queens.

Selected as one of five finalists, Yuke’s mural is part of a larger public art initiative led by the 31st Ave Open Street Collective in partnership with the NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) and NYC DOT transforming public space through community-driven art and neighborhood collaboration.

It was an exciting opportunity for our team to step outside the office and support a project that celebrates creativity, culture, and the vibrancy of New York City communities.

05/01/2026

Construction is progressing at Brooklyn Prospect High School’s new Downtown Brooklyn campus. This view captures work underway in the full-size gymnasium, one of several key spaces taking shape within the three-floor “building within a building.”

With construction underway since October, the team is focused on delivering a dynamic learning environment designed to support 1,200 students, on track for a Fall 2026 opening.

03/18/2026

Essay | How Much Information Do Architects Owe the Public? -

Pre K, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade elementary school in New York City.

03/17/2026

When The White House ballroom renderings were released, we looked beyond the headlines for a clearer architectural narrative. Instead, we found something unexpected: silence.

In a profession rooted in public impact, architects have a responsibility not just to design—but to engage.

To explain. To listen. When that dialogue disappears, so does trust.

Tap, Inc

It’s our duty to be transparent about what we do and why we do it.

02/19/2026

Gabriel serves as Studio Director at Loci Architecture, bringing over twenty years of professional experience guiding projects through all phases of design and construction. With a strong foundation in urban planning, he has dedicated much of his career to shaping public-facing commercial and institutional projects across the country, later expanding his practice to include residential work within his local community. Together, these experiences inform his leadership at Loci Architecture, where he advances the creation of thoughtful, purpose-driven spaces that foster community life and support meaningful experiences.

Known for his hands-on and collaborative approach, Gabriel works closely with clients and consultants from concept through completion, ensuring clarity, rigor, and shared vision throughout the process. He is a Registered Architect in New York State and maintains professional affiliations with the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

Outside of his professional practice, Gabriel enjoys collaborating with local craftspeople and builders to thoughtfully bring spaces to life.

01/23/2026

Yesterday we kicked off our first full production day for Loci’s upcoming mini docu series. From interviews to day-in-the-life moments, we’re capturing the people, process, and energy behind our work—without giving too much away just yet. 👀 Stay tuned.

01/16/2026

These latest photos from our project at Brooklyn Prospect High School in Downtown Brooklyn offer a behind-the-scenes look at progress on site, including steel framing for the future library just outside of the student lounge, and the art room taking shape with a window that will bring visibility and energy into the space.

12/23/2025

Community is at the heart of our work and our values. Each year, Loci supports nonprofit organizations whose missions inspire us and reflect what we stand for. For 2025, our team is proud to contribute to the following organizations:

Annunciation House
The Aster Initiative
Astoria Cat Rescue
Care
Children with Hair Loss
Democracy Now
GrowNYC
Jazz Generation
NPR
Nontraditional Empowerment for Women (NEW)
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
WBGO
WNYC
World Central Kitchen

Wishing everyone all the best for 2026!

12/05/2025

The Loci team visited Pratt Institute this week for a tour of their Assembly Loop Lab (ALL), a state-of-the-art fabrication facility that empowers creatives with advanced technology, expert guidance, and production resources to bring ideas to life.

ALL supports artists, architects, designers, entrepreneurs, and businesses with high-quality fabrication that is both accessible and affordable. We also explored their 3D printing facilities and received a crash course in campus AI tools tailored for student learning.

It was a fantastic tour, and we left buzzing with ideas, even brainstorming on the subway ride back about how we might integrate some of these tools and outputs into our future projects.

Inspiring space, inspiring people. Thanks, Pratt!

11/21/2025

Loci celebrated Thanksgiving dinner with a fantastic evening at Family Meal at Blue Hill. A menu-less, locally sourced, seasonal dining experience in NYC. This was our second visit, and it’s safe to say it remains highly recommended.

We enjoyed an incredible four-course farm-to-table meal, the perfect setting to connect as a team, share good conversation, and savor truly exceptional food.

And because it’s New York… we even spotted Benedict Cumberbatch on our way out. Never a dull moment in this city!

Grateful for good food, good company, and moments like these. 🍽️🧡🌾