Brenda Morrow

Brenda Morrow serves as an Assistant Professor of Practice at Purdue Polytechnic Institute, Purdue University in Indianapolis, leveraging over 30 years of industry expertise in commercial interior design with specialization in corporate and institutional facilities and project management. She holds national certification (NCIDQ) and Indiana registration (RID), and maintains active memberships in the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) and Interior Design Educators Council (IDEC).

Her academic credentials include:

• MA in Interior Design from Ball State University (2018)
• BA in Interior Design from Butler University (1980)

Dr. Morrow's research centers on evidence-based and human-centered design methodologies for built environments, with particular emphasis on corporate, institutional, and healthcare settings. Her work integrates space planning principles with analytical problem-solving frameworks to optimize user experience and functional efficiency in designed spaces.

Professional recognition includes:

• Outstanding Associate Faculty Award (2018)

Her teaching philosophy prioritizes course development and student mentorship, focusing on cultivating analytical capabilities for evidence-based design solutions. This approach was validated in April 2025 when one of her students secured top honors in an Indianapolis kitchen design competition, demonstrating the real-world impact of her educational methodology.