About
Benjamin Pardo is a Lecturer in Architecture at Harvard University's Graduate School of Design (GSD), where he teaches and contributes to architectural education. He holds a prominent executive role in global product development and design strategy, with experience at renowned companies like Knoll and Unifor/Molteni Group. His work focuses on merging design excellence with business strategy to enhance brand value and profitability.
- Current Affiliations: Harvard GSD, Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs, Aalto University, Pratt
- Professional Experience: Senior leadership at Knoll (Section 16 officer), founder of Unifor/Molteni Group US operations
His design expertise spans architectural spaces, product portfolios, and retail environments while preserving brand heritage. Collaborations include working with architects/designers like Rem Koolhaas, Marc Newson, and Eero Saarinen. He lectures globally at institutions like MoMA, the Chicago Institute of Art, and Cranbrook Academy.
Publications about his work appear in New York Times, Monocle Magazine, Architectural Digest, and others. His career highlights include transforming Knoll's global product strategy and establishing a profitable US presence for Unifor/Molteni Group.
