common books was established in 2007 as an extension of common room 2 exhibition activities in the public lobby at 465 Grand Street.

common books is a collaborative editorial project involving artists, graphic designers, architects and other cultural producers who share an interest in thinking critically about the built environment. common books serves as a forum that facilitates an open dialog between authors and readers, text and context, users and producers.

common books publishing program is based on documentation and research related to events, exhibitions and workshops organized by common room. The publications contain texts, transcripts, maps, diagrams and artwork that develop themes elaborating the notion of a provisional architectural practice.