Ryan Barnette

Ryan Barnette is a Part-Time Lecturer in the third-year graduate design studio at the Stuart Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania. He holds an MArch from the same institution (2018). His work spans diverse project types, including national pavilions, theater renovations, outdoor concert venues, and private residences, emphasizing cutting-edge technologies and forward-thinking design approaches. He is actively involved in both academia and professional practice, teaching in Philadelphia while working in New York.

Education:

• MArch, Stuart Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania (2018)

Research & Interests: Ryan’s practice integrates technology and diverse scales, from residential to urban projects. His work explores cultural spaces, sustainability, and historic preservation, informed by travel experiences such as studying in France, Egypt, and Italy’s Venice Biennale.

Awards:

• Faculty Prize (awarded upon graduation from PennDesign)

Teaching & Engagement: He balances academic teaching with professional practice, aiming to bridge academia and industry. Ryan emphasizes community and networking, staying connected with peers and leveraging alumni networks for career opportunities.