By becoming a Design Trust Council member, you are showing your commitment to public space that is democratic, accessible, and helps empower people to create equitable and stable communities. Members provide substantial support to the organization; examples of how these funds are used to make a difference include:
- $250: Pays the stipend of a community engagement working group member
- $1,000: Covers the cost of two community design workshops
- $2,500: Average cost of translating Design Trust project materials into multiple languages, including Spanish and Chinese
Design Trust Council members, in recognition of their vital support, also enjoy a number of special opportunities, including invitations to a diverse roster of exclusive events providing an inside look at the projects, people, and organizations who focus on the activation and challenges of public space.
Membership Benefits
- Exclusive invitations to studio visits, panels, and behind-the-scenes tours
- Inside access to project-related lectures, launch parties, and exhibitions
- Prominent recognition on our website, annual report, and Council materials
Membership Levels
Corporate—$2,500 [3 memberships]
Individual—$1,000 [1 membership plus guest]
Young Urbanist (35 and under)—$250 [1 membership plus guest]
To support all Young Urbanists interested in joining the Design Trust Council, the Design Trust is able to offer pay-what-you-can, need-based membership. Contact Alisa Schierman for more details.
Chair
Current Council Membership:
Corporate
Buro Happold
Cozen O'Connor
Curtis + Ginsberg Architects
Delta Air Lines
Florim
GFP Real Estate
Jesse Hertzberg
HKS
HR&A Advisors
Evie Klein
Langan Engineering
ODA
PJT Partners
Robert A.M. Stern Architects
Sciame Construction
Silman
STV
W Architecture + Landscape Architecture
WXY Architecture + Urban Design
Visionary
Joyce Menschel
Individual
Beyer Blinder Belle
John Finamore
Susan Fine
Johanna Flato
Sally Gottesman
HOK
KPF
James Lima Planning + Development
Perkins + Will
Greg Reaves
TF Cornerstone
Therme Group US
Craig Tooman
Trinity Church Wall Street
TsAO & McKOWN Architects
Young Urbanist
Emily Abernathy
Caroline Magee
Susanna Buff