Jason S Johnson

Jason S. Johnson is an Associate Professor and Associate Dean of Architecture at the University of Calgary's School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape (SAPL). His work integrates digital innovation with social justice in architectural education, emphasizing community-oriented design and applied research. He co-founded the Laboratory for Integrative Design, focusing on responsive architecture, generative design, and digital fabrication.

Education:

• BArch
• MArch

Research Interests: Johnson explores digital materiality, tactile resistance, and the ethical implications of design. He advocates for embedding digital literacy across architectural training to empower students in addressing societal challenges through inclusive, culturally relevant spaces.

Labs/Teams: Co-founder of the Laboratory for Integrative Design.

He critiques the ambiguity in design research evaluation, emphasizing collaboration with experts to measure public impact and strengthen feedback loops in design processes.