Jeremy Ficca

Jeremy Ficca is an Associate Professor in the School of Architecture at Carnegie Mellon University, where he serves as Track Chair of the Master of Advanced Architectural Design program and founding director of the Design Fabrication Lab. His work focuses on the intersection of materiality and technology in post-carbon architecture, particularly exploring bio-genic approaches using carbon-sequestering hemp-lime.

Research interests include:

• Material practices in architectural expression
• Ethical dimensions of design
• Sustainable construction methods
• Digital fabrication technologies

His research has been supported by grants from the Carnegie Mellon PJ Dick Innovation Fund, Alcoa Foundation, and Autodesk.

Awards and recognitions:

• ACSA Best Project Award
• ACSA Creative Achievement Award
• AIA Pittsburgh Honor Award

He directs the Design Fabrication Lab, fostering collaborative learning environments that emphasize ethical design values and technological innovation.