Emily Hoogesteger

Emily Hoogesteger is a Continuing Studies Instructor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), holding a concurrent position as an Architect at Jonathan Splitt Architects. She earned an M.Arch from SAIC in 2016 and a B.S. in Mathematics from the University of Vermont in 2013. Her work bridges architecture, art, and interdisciplinary practice, emphasizing pragmatism, irreverence, and honesty in design processes.

Her research and teaching focus on design principles, problem-solving, and accessibility in architecture. Courses like Design Matters explore aesthetic trends, interdisciplinary collaboration, and critical analysis of design projects. She advocates for inclusive education, encouraging students to engage with questions of intent and process.

No academic awards or grants are explicitly listed, though her professional work as an architect and educator highlights a commitment to hands-on, cross-disciplinary engagement. No specific lab or team affiliations are mentioned.