Jieun Yang

Jieun Yang is an Assistant Professor and B.Arch Co-Director at the City University of New York's School of Technology & Design, Department of Architecture. She concurrently leads Habitat Workshop, an award-winning architecture and urban design practice in Brooklyn focused on sustainable and human-centered spaces.

Education:

• Master of Architecture, Columbia University GSAPP
• Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, Yale University

Her research integrates architecture, urban design, and environmental resilience. She explores sustainable building practices (LEED, Passive House), public art, and community-driven spatial interventions. Projects prioritize adaptability and cultural context.

Honors and Affiliations:

• Awards: AN Best of Design, SOM Prize, Forge Prize Finalist
• Fellowships: Urban Design Forum
• Residencies: Institute for Public Architecture, Art Omi
• Certifications: LEED AP BD+C, CPHC, AIA Membership

Professional experience includes roles at SOM, BKSK, and 1100: Architect, with projects spanning transportation hubs, cultural institutions, and residential designs. She actively collaborates with Design Advocates for public-interest architecture.