Burton Roslyn
Title: Adjunct Professor
Department: Architecture
Campuses: Long Island, New York City
Area(s) of Expertise: Architectural Design, Construction Administration, Project Management
Education Credentials: B.Arch
Industry Credentials: FAIA, FARA, NCARB Certified
Joined New York Tech: 2002
Since graduating from City College of New York in 1972, Roslyn has dedicated his practice to the development of an atmosphere where the architect is recognized as the true leader in the processes of design build and project management. Through his advocacy, he has fostered recognition of the role architects play in this process. He has become a strong voice in the conversation on the control of the process through expansion of the architect’s role. His vision also translates into teaching the next generation the reassertion of their role as “master builders.” He has operated in areas that bridge the gaps between architect and builder and architect and owner. Roslyn’s foremost accomplishment has been as advocate for and practitioner in what are the new paradigms: integrated project delivery and architect-led design build. His tireless activism has instigated concrete change in both legislative and practice arenas.
He is recognized for his achievements in planning, development, and construction. Roslyn has helped produce design build projects ranging from commercial offices to an international retreat center, each incorporating many of the principles of integrated project delivery on a nationwide basis. He acts as designer, builder, consultant, and client representative, partnering with nationally renowned firms to create quality design build projects. In each of the collaborations, the initial fears are overcome and a seamless approach developed, giving the client quality design within the restrictions of schedule and budget. As construction manager advisor in the process of architect-led design build he has educated clients on the importance of quality design and made them partners in a true collaborative process.
In 2011 his contributions to the industry were recognized with his election to the College of Fellows.
Recent Projects/Research
- Roslyn, Burton L., May 16, 2012, Chair and Moderator of Seminar, BIM and Contract Administration: Building the Connection Between Design and Construction, part of the AIA 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition held in Washington, D.C.
- Roslyn, Burton L., “IPD” White Paper written for AIA National Project Delivery Knowledge Community Web Site. As a member of this Knowledge Community and a recognized leader in this area of Practice Roslyn’s paper on Alternative Project Delivery & the shifting dynamics of our industry., is selected for publication on the AIA National Knowledge Community Website
- Roslyn, Burton L., Fall 2011, Chair and Moderator of Webinar “The Changing Role of the Architect During the Construction Contract Administration Phase Between CM as Agent & CM at Risk” presented by AIA National Construction Contract Administration Knowledge Community.
- Roslyn, Burton L., Editor, March, 2011, “2010 Journal of the Construction Contract Administration Knowledge Community”. A compilation of the discussions and thoughts of the Knowledge Community.
- Roslyn, Burton L., Fall 2010, Chair and Moderator of Webinar “The Changing Role and Impact of Shop Drawings During the Construction Contract Administration Phase” presented by AIA National Construction Contract Administration Knowledge Community.
Publications/Presentations
- 2014 AIA New York State New Practice/New Design Conference: October 2014: Chaired and Moderated Seminar-Design-Build Best Practices-How to Succeed in Design-Build, part of the AIA New York State 2014 Convention and Design Conference held in Saratoga Springs, New York
- 2014 AIA National Convention: June 2014: Chaired and Moderated Seminar-Adapting Contract Administration to an Ever-Changing Design and Construction Culture, part of the AIA 2014 National Convention and Design Exposition held in Chicago, Illinois
- 2013 AIA National Convention: June 2013: Chaired and Moderated Seminar-BIM and Construction Contract Administration: Architects Leading the Way, part of the AIA 2013 National Convention and Design Exposition held in Denver Colorado
- 2012 AIA New York Chapter: June 2012: Invited to deliver seminar on “Advanced Project Management and the Changing Role in Alternative Project Delivery” , N.Y. Chapter Fast Track Leadership Program
- 2012 AIA National Convention: May 2012: Chaired and Moderated Seminar-BIM and Contract Administration: Building the Connection Between Design and Construction, part of the AIA 2012 National Convention and Design Exposition held in Washington, D.C.
Honors + Awards
- AIA National: 2014: Elected a Richard Upjohn Fellow
- AIA National: 2011: Elected to the College of Fellows of the Institute
- AIA New York State Del Gaudio Award: 2010 - The Del Gaudio Service Award is conferred on an AIANYS member who has provided distinguished service and leadership to AIANYS and demonstrated notable competence advancing the profession of architecture.
- AIA National Recognition Award for Public Service: 2010 - Awarded by Resolution of the National AIA Board of Directors for Service as a Citizen Architect
- AIA New York State, Inc.: 2007 Design Citation-International Retreat As supervising Architect/CM Advisor Roslyn created a project team which was the recipient of an AIANYS Design Citation
Courses Taught at New York Tech
- ARCH 272: Environmental Site Planning
- ARCH 471: Construction Contract Management
- ARCH 472: Construction Contract Administration
- ARCH 474: Fundamentals of Real Estate Development