About
Kenneth Schwartz is a Professor of Architecture and the first Michael Sacks Chair in Civic Engagement and Social Entrepreneurship at Tulane University. He served as Dean of the Tulane School of Architecture from 2008 to 2018, leading the school to national prominence in community-oriented design and social innovation. He is also the founding director of the Phyllis M. Taylor Center for Social Innovation and Design Thinking.
Education: Master of Architecture and Urban Design (Cornell University), Bachelor of Architecture (Cornell University). Prior to Tulane, he was at the University of Virginia for 24 years, serving as department chair and associate dean.
His research focuses on integrating design excellence with civic engagement, emphasizing socially responsible architecture, urban planning, and disaster recovery. Notable projects include the North Jackson Ward New Urban Housing Competition and the URBANbuild program. He has led initiatives such as the Tulane City Center and the Albert and Tina Small Center for Collaborative Design.
Key awards include the 2021 Architectural Education Award (ACSA), the UVA Distinguished Professor Award (2003), and AIA Fellowship (2001). His work spans academia, practice, and policy, with emphasis on equitable urban development and design for underserved communities.
