In 2009, NEXUS partnered with YouthBuild Boston’s The Designery program to create a series of model green buildings for display in our space. Students in the program visited NEXUS for a field trip and used the NEXUS libraries and cyber lounge to research their projects.

The Designery is YouthBuild Boston’s hands-on urban architecture workshop for high school students. Designery students hone their problem solving skills through a team based approach to real-world architectural problems. Designery students, or ‘Junior Designers’, are urban youth, ages 14-18. They explore architectural and landscape design, project and construction management principles, and new career opportunities. They develop life and job-readiness skills, build self-esteem, and serve their communities.

The following models are currently on display at NEXUS.

Commercial Building

Residential Building

Neighborhood Development

Photos coming soon!