Catherine Harris

Catherine Harris is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Landscape Architecture at the University of New Mexico in the School of Architecture & Planning, with a split position between the College of Fine Arts and the School of Architecture & Planning. She holds a BA from Harvard University (1988), an MLA from UC Berkeley (1997), and an MFA from Stanford University (2005). Her research bridges trans-species studies, indigenous design, and posthuman urban landscapes, focusing on resilient systems, virtual reality, and botanical resilience.

• Education: BA (Harvard, 1988), MLA (UC Berkeley, 1997), MFA (Stanford, 2005)

Harris’ work explores creative placemaking and community-driven design, including projects like the NEA ArtWorks-funded Red Water Pond Road Community Peace Center and the Indigenous Design Studio. Her recent publications analyze sustainable poured earth systems, decolonizing design processes, and pedagogical approaches for climate resilience.

Her scientific awards include the

• Murphy Cadogan Award (2004)
• CFA Research Grants (2009-2015)
• Frontier Fellow at Epicenter, Green River, UT (2013)
• Interdisciplinary Research Grant (2010)

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