Kais Al-Rawi

Kais Al-Rawi, AIA, is an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Southern California (USC) School of Architecture and an Associate Director at Eckersley O'Callaghan, a globally recognized structures and facades practice. He specializes in the intersection of architecture, engineering, and digital technology, addressing complex building challenges through computational and parametric design methodologies.

• Education:
• Master of Emergent Technologies and Design, Architectural Association (AA), London
• Bachelor of Architectural Studies (BArchSc.), Toronto Metropolitan University

His research focuses on advanced design technologies, including computational design implementation in the AEC industry, parametric systems, and innovative structural solutions for projects like SoFi Stadium and the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art. He has presented work at conferences such as Advanced Building Skins, FTI, ACADIA, and IASS.

Awards:

• Selected as Airport Business Top 40 under 40 (2022)

Teaching & Outreach: Teaches Parametric Design at USC and directs the Architectural Association Visiting School programs in Los Angeles and Jordan, emphasizing space architecture. Served as a juror for NASA's Centennial Challenge for Martian habitats.