Brent Patterson

Brent Patterson serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Theory, History, and Project at PSL University's School of Architecture, specializing in Architectural History and Culture (HCA) with focus on histories and theories of architecture and urban forms.

His academic credentials include:

• Doctoral studies in aesthetic philosophy and art history at EHESS
• CEAA from ENSA Paris-La Villette
• DEA in philosophy from Paris 8 University

Patterson's research critically examines architecture in conflict zones through concepts like urbicide (deliberate city destruction) and cultural memory. His work bridges architectural theory, modern/contemporary history, avant-garde movements, and radical utopian visions, informed by his background in philosophy and sociology.

His publication "Metaphors in Architecture and Urbanism" (2013) establishes connections between metaphorical frameworks and spatial design, reflecting broader trends in architectural semiotics and cultural interpretation.

While no formal awards or grants are documented, Patterson's scholarly contributions through teaching and publication demonstrate sustained engagement with critical architectural discourse.