Julia Czerniak

Julia Czerniak is the Dean of the School of Architecture and Planning and a Professor in the Department of Architecture at the University at Buffalo, State University of New York. Her research focuses on urban landscapes, deindustrializing cities, and climate resilience, bridging architecture and landscape architecture. She holds an MA in Architecture from Princeton University, a Research Master in Architecture from the Glasgow School of Art, and a BS in Landscape Architecture from Pennsylvania State University.

• Education:
• MA, Architecture, Princeton University
• Research Master, Architecture, Glasgow School of Art
• BS, Landscape Architecture, Pennsylvania State University

Her work combines design, education, and writing, with over 30 publications, including edited volumes and essays. She has been invited as a speaker and juror at over 40 institutions globally. Notable awards include the 2024 American Academy in Rome residency and the J.B. Jackson Book Prize.

Czerniak’s research emphasizes biodiverse, climate-resilient urban environments. She has participated in 50+ international conferences and contributed to award-winning competition schemes. Her academic leadership and creative output reflect a commitment to interdisciplinary urban ecology.