Elizabeth Petry

Elizabeth Petry, AIA, is an Associate Professor of Architecture at the University of Hartford's College of Engineering, Technology, and Architecture. With over three decades of professional experience, her work spans healthcare, housing, educational architecture, and urban planning. She is also a licensed architect, interior designer, and real estate salesperson in Connecticut.

• Master of Architecture (MArch), University of Illinois
• Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies, University of Illinois

Petry's research integrates architectural design with community engagement, focusing on innovative solutions for schools, homeless shelters, and residential projects. Her work emphasizes historical preservation, accessibility, and sustainable design, particularly in educational and healthcare infrastructure.

Her publications highlight contributions to educational architecture, including the 1992 feature in the American School & University Architectural Portfolio, which showcased her expertise in renovating and expanding school facilities while maintaining vernacular integrity.

• National Institute Honors Award (AIA), 1997
• Public Education Award (AIA/CT), 1996
• CT Alliance for Arts Education Community Arts Education Award, 1994
• Architecture + Children 'Call to the Visionary Artist' Program international tour, 1994
• AIA/CT Design Award for Hop Brook Elementary School, 1994

As Director of Education for the Architecture Resource Center of Connecticut, Petry advanced architectural education outreach. Her professional practice includes healthcare facility design, residential projects, and urban master planning, reflecting a commitment to merging academic scholarship with real-world impact.