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Andrew Freear is the Wiatt Professor and Director of Rural Studio at Auburn University’s School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture. Based in Newbern, Alabama, he oversees a design-build program focused on sustainable rural development and community engagement.
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Architecture, University of Westminster, London (1988)
- AA Diploma, Architectural Association, London (1994)
His research emphasizes rural community development, building technology, and affordable housing. Through Rural Studio, he supervises student-led projects addressing systemic inequities in the American South, prioritizing ecological and social sustainability.
Scientific Awards:
- Thomas Jefferson Foundation Medal in Architecture (2023)
- Praemium Imperiale Grant for Young Artists (2023)
- National Academy of Design Membership
Rural Studio’s pedagogy under Freear involves immersive, context-based education where students collaborate with local communities to design and construct infrastructure, homes, and public spaces. The program has completed over 220 projects in Hale County’s Black Belt region.
