Herwig Baumgartner

Herwig Baumgartner is a licensed architect, principal/co-founder of Baumgartner + Uriu (B+U), and a Professor at the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc), where he serves as the Applied Studies Coordinator. His work bridges architectural design, computational geometry, and sustainability, with recent exhibitions at the Centre Pompidou, FRAC Orleans, and Venice Architecture Biennale.

• Diploma in Music and New Media from University of Music and Performing Arts, Vienna
• M.Arch from University of Applied Arts, Vienna

His research focuses on architectural geometry, computation, and sustainable design. His firm's work has been recognized through awards like the A+Award for Sustainability and Graham Grant, with two monographs documenting their contributions to contemporary architecture.

Scientific Awards & Grants

• Maxine Frankel Award for Design Research
• AIA National Award for Emerging Professionals
• A+Award for Sustainability
• Graham Grant for Advanced Studies in the Fine Arts
• COLA Fellowship from Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs