Barbara Lowenthal

Barbara Lowenthal, R.A. serves as Associate Dean at the New York School of Interior Design (NYSID), overseeing graduate programs while actively teaching courses across BFA and MFA curricula. She specializes in advanced design education, advising on program structure and student development.

• Chair of the graduate programs network of the Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC)
• Teaches Contract Design, Thesis Preparation, and Interior Design Studios

The MFA-2 program she leads emphasizes conceptual exploration and interdisciplinary approaches, with students tackling projects like repurposing post offices, designing medical centers, and creating experimental hospitality spaces. NYSID's small class sizes (typically 12 students) enable personalized mentorship, and the MFA-2 program attracts international students, fostering global design perspectives.