Benjamin Sanchez Andrade

Dr. Benjamin Sanchez Andrade is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment at Appalachian State University. His work bridges advanced computational methods with sustainable construction practices, focusing on circular economy principles and digital modeling.

• Postdoctoral Researcher (2023), Future Cities Lab Global, ETH Zurich, Singapore-ETH Centre
• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (2019), University of Waterloo
• M.S. in Construction Project Management (2012), Universidad de las Americas Puebla
• B.S. in Civil Engineering (2010), Universidad de las Americas Puebla

His research integrates Building Information Modeling (BIM) with disassembly planning, life cycle assessment, and automation. Key themes include enabling adaptive reuse of buildings, optimizing component recovery, and advancing circular economy practices. Recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on computational modeling for sustainable construction workflows.

Dr. Sanchez's professional affiliations include the Energy Council of Canada and Mexico's National Council of Science and Technology (CONACYT). He teaches courses on materials and structures, as well as construction planning and scheduling, emphasizing sustainable design principles.