Charles Berman

Charles Berman is a Lecturer at the Stuart Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania, and an Associate Principal at DS+R/Diller Scofidio + Renfro Architects in New York. He holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania and a Bachelor of Science in Design from Arizona State University, and is a Registered Architect in New York State.

• Current Role: Teaches ARCH 732 – Enclosures and Details, focusing on facade assemblage and architectural detailing.
• Professional Experience: 36-year career specializing in facade/enclosure design; led The Shed (Hudson Yards) at DS+R and CCTV Headquarters in Beijing at OMA.
• Expertise: Facade technology, architectural detailing, material innovation, and cultural infrastructure design.

He has collaborated with firms like FRONT, Inc. and R.A. Heintges Architects Consultants as a specialized facade consultant, bridging technical precision with architectural intent.