Frank Mandell is an architect–in–training based in New York. He completed his BA at Bard College in 2013, MA at Centre for Research Architecture, Goldsmiths, University of London in 2014, and M.Arch at Columbia University Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation in 2020. Frank has previously collaborated with a number of design, arts, and research practices in New York, and most recently worked with 2x4, on the first new casino on the Las Vegas strip since the financial recession of 2008. His work has been exhibited at exhibitions in London, New York, and Beirut.
He is the recipient of several awards, including the Ali Jawad Malik Memorial History/Theory Honor Award, the Buell Center Paris Prize (for the project "Toxic Entanglements"), the Percival and Naomi Goodman Fellowship (for the project "karbonfunkc.io"), and others.
Columbia University, New York, NY, US, Graduate Teaching Assistant
Supported Craig Schwitter in “AT5: Integrated Design, Urban Scale” — Coordinated lectures, critic meetings, and reviews for 12 instructors and 80 students — Prepared drawings and site analysis — Supported students with learning GIS, project development, and graphic representation — Trained critics in using Zoom after the course transitioned online
2x4, New York, NY, US, Design Intern
Produced renderings, elevations, diagrams, and models for wayfinding systems, an interior renovation, and an outdoor installation — Developed design directions for Las Vegas casino project in SD phase and Cornell Milstein Hall bathroom renovation
N H D M Architecture + Urbanism, New York, NY, US, Project Assistant
Developed research for Seoul Biennale 2019 exhibition, “Interim Urbanism: Youth, Dwelling, City” — Edited content and text for drawings, models, and presentation
Columbia University, New York, NY, US, Graduate Teaching Assistant
Supported Reinhold Martin with redevelopment of the GSAPP Visual Resources Collection (VRC) — Edited archival images — Developed new research contributions prioritizing projects outside of the western architectural canon
Columbia Books on Architecture and the City, New York, NY, US, Editorial Assistant
Edited an unpublished volume of essays on architectural Functionalism in Mexico and Latin America by Luis Carranza
Organization for Spatial Practice, New York, NY, US, Project Assistant
Developed stage design for artists SOPHIE and Oneohtrix Point Never for venues Park Avenue Armory and Elsewhere in New York, and the Barbican and Heaven in London — Fabricated large inflatable installations, and operated during performances — Selected as an artist-in-residence at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s EMPAC
Arthur Ross Architecture Gallery, New York, NY, US, Gallery and Fabrication Assistant
Supported curator with research, editorial, and archival work for Frida Escobedo’s “No. 9” and Arakawa + Gins’ “Eternal Gradient”— Fabricated exhibition furniture and materials — Developed concept and design for archival video installation, GSAPP TAPES
Richard Mosse, New York, NY, US, Studio Manager
Managed construction of a 10,000 SF interior renovation; hired all subcontractors, managed crew of 8-10 builders for 18 months, purchased materials — Point of contact between tenant, owner, and builders — Assisted production and design development of video installation, “Incoming” — Managed digital production team — Conducted viewings, curatorial, and institutional acquisitions meetings
Arakawa + Gins Reversible Destiny Foundation, New York, NY, US, Architecture Intern
Developed curatorial direction, design, and materials for archival exhibitions — Assisted with design development for experimental hotel and shrine projects — Prepared diagrams, presentations, and research for client meetings — Maintained archival drawings, paintings, models, and installations
Goldsmiths, University of London, London, GB, Masters, Centre for Research Architecture
Buell Center Paris Prize, 1st Place
The studio project that most successfully complies with, interprets, and/or critically extends the terms and spirit of the 2015 Paris Agreement. Special consideration is given to work that combines the social, technical, political, and symbolic implications of the climate accord in an architecturally specific fashion, at multiple scales.
For the project, "Toxic Entanglements"
Ali Jawad Malik Memorial History/Theory Honor Award, Award
This prize is given to a single student in recognition of high quality of work in the history/theory sequence.
Percival and Naomi Goodman Fellowship, Grant
The purpose of the Percival & Naomi Goodman Fellowship is to enable the recipient to carry out a project of social significance related to the interests of Percival Goodman.
For the project, "karbonfunkc.io"
William Kinne Fellows Traveling Prize, Grant
This award is granted on the merit of proposals submitted for travel abroad incorporating the study of architecture, including planning and other specialized aspects of architecture.
For the project tentatively entitled, "Matumbawe Msikiti"
