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Andy Kitsinger is a faculty member at the University of Memphis, serving as Director and Lecturer in the Department of Architecture and City & Regional Planning. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Arkansas, a Master's in City & Regional Planning from the University of Memphis, and has over 30 years of experience in architecture, urban design, and city planning. His work focuses on community-driven projects, including award-winning urban spaces like AutoZone Park and FedExForum, which revitalized blighted areas in Downtown Memphis.
- Affiliations: Director, University of Memphis Design Collaborative; Principal, The Development Studio; Board Member, Midtown Development Corporation.
Research interests include contextual design, historic preservation, and sustainable urban development. He has led initiatives such as the Uptown Neighborhood Redevelopment Plan and contributed to the Memphis Farmers Market and National Trust for Historic Preservation. Kitsinger has also held leadership roles in AIA Memphis and AIA Central Pennsylvania.
Awards: Recognized in the Business Journal's Top 40 Under 40 program for professional excellence.
Grants & Advising: No specific grants or advisees listed. Active in community organizations like the Memphis Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Transportation Committee and Urban Land Institute. Founded the Memphis Regional Design Center and served on the Memphis Historic Landmarks Commission.
Labs/Teams: Oversees the University of Memphis Design Collaborative, a cross-departmental initiative integrating architecture and urban planning education with real-world projects.
