Brief Description
The SOM Foundation and the MAK Center for Art and Architecture invite applications for the 2025 Researcher-in-Residence program. This fully funded summer residency, based in Los Angeles, provides space and time for architects, artists, and researchers to develop innovative work addressing urgent challenges in the built environment. The 2025 theme is “Advancing Toward a Water-Secure Future”, aligning with the SOM Foundation’s 2024-25 research focus.
Information & Application Details
- Organizer: MAK Center for Art and Architecture / SOM Foundation
- Duration: 2 months
- Location: Los Angeles, USA
- Deadline: March 28, 2025
- Fee: No application fee
- Application Type: Online
- Application Documents: Portfolio, CV, project description
- Eligibility: Open to architects, artists, and researchers; students are not eligible
Theme
The 2025 residency focuses on “Advancing Toward a Water-Secure Future”, encouraging innovative approaches to water sustainability in the built environment.
How to Apply
- Submit an online application including a portfolio, CV, and project description before the deadline.
- More details and the application portal are available at MAK Center.
Submission Requirements
- Portfolio showcasing previous work
- CV with relevant experience
- Project proposal related to the residency theme
Selection Process
The selection committee will evaluate applications based on artistic/research quality, relevance to the theme, and feasibility of the project proposal.
Program Benefits & Awards
- Grant: $5,000
- Accommodation: Free live/work studio
- Exhibition Space: Available
Contact & Resources
- Organization: MAK Center for Art and Architecture
- Address: 835 North Kings Road, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA
Website: https://www.makcenter.org/researcher-in-residence/
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