Center for Architecture's Repair: Democracy and Urban Spaces Explores Repair as Civic Practice

The Center for Architecture in New York is showcasing two exhibitions titled 'DEPAVE: An Ecological Repair of the Ground' and 'Energies of Repair: Visualizing Community Power in NYC,' collectively named 'Repair: Democracy and Urban Spaces,' available until September 2. Curated by Jonathan Jackson and Mark Gardner, these displays incorporate sashiko stitching to highlight the theme of visible repair. Friends Making Work's 'DEPAVE' focuses on New York's pavement upkeep, featuring an oval table and cyanotype banners. Meanwhile, 'Energies of Repair,' created by Andrea Johnson and Ashley Dawson, critiques energy systems in low-income areas, promoting a democratically managed approach. Both exhibitions explore themes of access, equity, and civic engagement. Additionally, a photography exhibit by Arjan Bronkhorst, curated by Barry Bergdoll, includes works by Gerrit Rietveld.