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André Patrão is an Assistant Professor of History and Theory of the Built Environment in the Department of Art History at Emory University. His research examines exchanges between architects and philosophers from the early 20th century to today, emphasizing ethical, aesthetic, and political dimensions of the built environment. Prior roles include teaching at ETH Zürich, Yale, and EPFL. He contributes to Khōrein: Journal for Architecture and Philosophy and collaborates with the International Society for the Philosophy of Architecture.
- Ph.D., History, Theory, and Criticism of Architecture, EPFL (2020)
- M.A., Philosophy, KU Leuven (2015)
- M.A., Sustainable Urban Design, Lund University (2014)
- B.A., Philosophy & Architecture, KU Leuven and University of Lisbon (2013/2011)
Research focuses on interdisciplinary interactions between architecture and philosophy, methodological ruptures, and contemporary ethical challenges. Publications explore Foucault's spatial theories, architect-philosopher dialogues, and postmodern architectural critiques. Teaching includes courses on architectural design, philosophy of urbanism, and ethics in the built environment.
Publications span journals like Log, Architecture and Culture, and ARENA. Active in editorial roles and academic societies, he advocates for ethical and political engagement in architectural discourse.
