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How Housing Supply and Design Intersect

Jamie Rubin

July 29, 2025

A conversation with one of New York's leading architecture critics

A conversation with one of New York's leading architecture critics

Almost everyone agrees that New York City needs more housing — and that building housing here takes too long and costs too much. New York Magazine architecture critic Justin Davidson wants to remind us that one thing we shouldn't cut corners on is good design. Jamie and Justin talk about what architects really mean when they say “design,” and how good design and abundant housing are closely related.

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