Lara Hoad

Lara Hoad is an Adjunct Professor at Woodbury University’s School of Architecture and teaches at OTIS College of Art and Design. She holds an MA in Architecture from the Royal College of Art and a BA Honors in Interior Design from Middlesex University. As a graduate of the Royal College of Art, Lara brings global expertise to her roles in architecture, design, and education.

• Education: MA Architecture – Royal College of Art, UK; BA Honors Interior Design – Middlesex University, UK

Her research and practice focus on progressive, forward-thinking design that intersects with sustainability, social change, branding, and contemporary culture. Lara actively contributes to architectural discourse through her teaching and collaborative projects.

The article "Faculty Spotlight: Lara Hoad & Todd Erlandson Talk Brands-to-Buildings" (2020) highlights her work bridging brand identity and architectural design, reflecting her interest in innovative interdisciplinary approaches.

Lara oversees Design Direction at Los Angeles-based March Studio, manages her own small practice, and collaborates with the Mars City Design team, emphasizing sustainable and socially impactful projects.