Metropolis

Metropolis is a prominent urban lifestyle and design publication founded in 1981 by former architect and editor-in-chief Susan S. Szenasy. The magazine is headquartered in New York City and operates under the company name Metropolis Media, LLC. It has a monthly circulation of approximately 100,000 print subscribers and reaches over 500,000 unique online visitors monthly. The publication generates an estimated annual revenue of $3.5 million, derived from advertising, subscriptions, and event partnerships. Metropolis is renowned for its in-depth coverage of architecture, interior design, sustainability, and urban planning, featuring columns by industry experts and interviews with leading designers such as Zaha Hadid and Norman Foster. The platform offers digital archives dating back to its founding year and hosts an annual design conference called the Metropolis Conference. Notable partnerships include collaborations with the American Institute of Architects, the International Interior Design Association, and tech companies like Herman Miller and Steelcase. Metropolis has received numerous accolades, including the National Magazine Award for General Excellence in 2003 and 2008, and the Jesse H. Neal Award for best coverage of design in 2015. The publication is licensed by the New York State Department of State and adheres to strict journalistic standards as a member of the American Society of Magazine Editors. Its editorial content is frequently cited in academic journals and referenced in university curricula, solidifying its authority in the design community.