Christopher C. Miller

Christopher C. Miller is an Associate Teaching Professor at the Walsh Family Hall School of Architecture, University of Notre Dame. He specializes in urbanism, architectural/urban design, and architecture history/theory, with a focus on urban morphology, sustainable design, and community-building through form-based codes. His work bridges Renaissance architectural theory with contemporary urban challenges, emphasizing civic institutions, urban context, and affective design.

Research Interests: Miller explores intersections of urban morphology, architectural typology, and democratic urbanism. His current Bella Città project reinterprets Alberti’s Renaissance treatise to address modern civic architecture, pedestrian connectivity, and the role of beauty in urban spaces. He also collaborates with Classical Christian schools to align campus design with educational philosophies.

Scientific Awards:

• Congress for the New Urbanism Recognition
• Congress for the New Urbanism Illinois Chapter Recognition
• Congress for the New Urbanism-Members Christian Caucus International Faith & Urban Design Award
• Institute for Classical Architecture and Art Chicago Chapter Recognition

Notable Contributions: Miller’s work spans teaching urbanism studios, developing form-based codes for Holy Family Shire, and master plans for Heritage Classical Academy, Covenant School, and Heritage Preparatory School. His projects have been recognized in Bath (UK), Gowanus (NY), and other cities for integrating traditional design with modern sustainability.