Alicia Volcy

Alicia Volcy is an Adjunct Professor at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Architecture within the College of Fine Arts. She is also the founder and owner of Studio Volcy LLC, a multidisciplinary design and real estate development studio focused on equitable urban revitalization. Her teaching includes courses like 48-380: Constructing Value(s): Economies of Design, critiquing capitalist frameworks in real estate and advocating for social equity.

Studio Volcy’s work emphasizes community-driven projects such as the Bible Center Outdoor Classroom and RHYTHM Square, blending cultural identity with sustainable design. The studio prioritizes minority- and woman-owned development, addressing inequities in urban planning through mixed-use residential and retail typologies.

Her professional practice spans project management, interior design, and architectural consulting for both non-profit and for-profit clients. Notable collaborations include the Best of the Batch Foundation and Urban Academy, reflecting a commitment to economic empowerment through design.