Cathryn Dwyre

Cathryn Dwyre is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute’s School of Architecture and Adjunct Associate Professor at Pratt Institute’s School of Architecture. She teaches interdisciplinary courses such as Geo-Actors and oversees undergraduate thesis work. Her research focuses on landscape, ecology, and public space through her involvement with the Inclusive Ecologies group and her collaborative studio, pneumastudio.

Education:

• Master of Landscape Architecture, University of Pennsylvania
• Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Geology, Colgate University

Research interests include the intersection of architecture, ecology, and public space. pneumastudio’s work explores postnatural environments through exhibitions like Ambiguous Territory and publications in journals like PAJ: A Journal of Performance Art. Cathryn also serves on the boards of Basilica Arts and imby, focusing on community initiatives and green energy projects.

Professional Background:

• Former VP of Corporate Development at GridApp Systems
• Management roles at Register.com and entrepreneurial ventures
• Consulting services for startups

Labs/Teams: pneumastudio, an interdisciplinary art/design/research collective active in global exhibitions and curatorial projects.