Clay Adkisson

Clay Adkisson is an Assistant Professor of Practice at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville's College of Architecture + Design, where he co-leads the Summer Urban Design Studio. With over a decade of professional experience, he focuses on urban design, masterplanning, and equitable housing development, particularly in transforming Nashville's neighborhoods into inclusive, accessible spaces.

• Education: Bachelor of Architecture (University of Tennessee, Knoxville), Master of Architecture in Urban Design (Harvard University)

His expertise spans urban design, real estate development, and mixed-income housing strategies. He previously worked at Dryden Studio and founded Openworks, a community design+development practice. No specific scientific awards or publications are mentioned in the provided text.