Aleksandra Raonic

Aleksandra Raonic is an Associate Professor at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), affiliated with the Department of Architecture and Technology under the Faculty of Architecture and Design. She previously held an Associate Professorship at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) in China from 2014 to 2020, where she led Year 3 architecture programs and collaborated with the University of Liverpool. Raonic is also the founder and principal architect of RAUM, an award-winning architectural studio known for research-driven design projects. Her work spans architectural education, urban design, and innovative residential/commercial projects, with a focus on sustainability and community engagement.

Her research emphasizes experimental pedagogy and the integration of design practice with academic teaching. Notable projects include the Stubline Kindergarten (2017 S.ARCH Award) and the Central Greenmarket in Negotin (2019 DANS International Award). Raonic has received over 25 design and teaching awards, including the Jiangsu Province Tutor Award (2018) and the Suzhou Excellent Educator Award (2016). She has supervised numerous student projects recognized at national and international levels.

Raonic’s teaching philosophy combines theoretical rigor with hands-on practice, evident in her co-authored publications like Framing Indeterminacy (2019). Her recent exhibitions, including Barnas Katedral (2023) and Work in Progress (2023), highlight her commitment to experimental design and public space innovation. She actively collaborates across institutions, such as the Threads of Innovation project with CEPT University in India (2021).

• Education Background: Professional journey began with early architectural competitions (e.g., 1998 student award for urban design in Pancevo). Formal training includes studies at the Städelschule in Frankfurt, influencing her experimental design ethos.
• Awards Overview: Over 25 awards spanning teaching excellence, design competitions, and architectural innovation, including Grand Prix (Leonardo 2005) and multiple jury-selected projects.
• Grants & Projects: Leads applied research initiatives like NTNU’s Threads of Innovation, focusing on space interventions and cross-cultural academic partnerships.

Raonic’s architectural practice and academic roles are deeply intertwined, reflecting her belief in education as a platform for advancing architectural discourse and societal impact.