Gabriel Kroiz

Gabriel Kroiz is an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture at Morgan State University's School of Architecture and Planning. He joined the university in 2008, initially serving as Program Director and later as Chair. His work advances the school's mission of increasing minority representation in design professions and focusing on Baltimore's redevelopment. Kroiz holds a B.F.A. and B.Arch from Rhode Island School of Design (1991) and a post-professional M.Arch II from the University of Maryland (2003).

His research explores:

• Diversity in architectural education through pedagogical frameworks
• Urban sketching as analytical methodology
• Material innovation in building applications
• Defensible space theories in urban contexts
• Baltimore-focused urban redevelopment strategies

Publications demonstrate consistent focus on architectural pedagogy, urban transformation, and material science, with recent emphasis on diversity in design education and sustainable building interventions.

Awards include:

• ACSA Diversity Achievement Award (2017) for pedagogical innovations
• AIA Maryland Merit Award (2011) for the Creative Alliance Cafe project

He has secured grants including JP Morgan Chase funding for student field trips to architectural landmarks and conference participation. Current courses taught include:

• ARCH 101: Concepts and Theories of the Built Environment
• ARCH 201: Design I (Form, Space & Order)
• ARCH 345: Urban Sketching
• ARCH 404: Urban Design II

As founder of Kroiz Architecture, he bridges academic research with professional practice.