David Fixler

David Fixler is a Lecturer in Architecture at Harvard University's Graduate School of Design (GSD). He specializes in architectural conservation, renewal, and adaptive reuse of historic buildings, particularly focusing on 20th-century modernism. His practice spans over two decades, working with institutions like MIT, Harvard, and the United Nations.

Education: Graduate of Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (GSAPP).

Research Interests: Conservation strategies for modernist architecture, adaptive reuse frameworks, and interdisciplinary approaches to heritage preservation. His work bridges theory and practice, emphasizing critical frameworks for building rehabilitation.

Awards:

• Fellow of the American Institute of Architects
• Fellow of the Association for Preservation Technology (APT)
• Peer Review Architect, U.S. General Services Administration

Teaching & Leadership: Teaches courses on conservation and modern heritage rehabilitation at GSD. Organizes global conferences and serves as co-founder/president of Docomomo-US/New England. Active in Docomomo International, APT, and the Society of Architectural Historians.

Labs/Tems: Leads projects through his own practice and collaborates with international conservation networks.