Giovanna Di Monte-Milner

Giovanna Di Monte-Milner serves as Academic Course Leader and Senior Lecturer for Interior Architecture and Design BA (Hons) at the University of Gloucestershire, leveraging extensive international teaching experience across South African institutions (University of Pretoria, University of Johannesburg, Tshwane University of Technology) and UK universities (University of Derby, University of Lincoln as External Examiner).

Her academic qualifications include:

• Bachelor of Arts – Visual Studies (1 year), University of Pretoria (2001)
• Baccalaureus Scientiae in Interior Architecture (BSc(Int)), University of Pretoria (2002-2005)
• Baccalaureus Honores in Interior Architecture (BInt(Hons)), University of Pretoria (2005)
• Master of Interior Architecture (Professional) (MInt(Prof)), University of Pretoria (2006)

Her research pioneers regenerative design methodologies that actively restore ecological and social systems, moving beyond conventional sustainability frameworks. She critically examines HIV/AIDS curriculum integration within design pedagogy, advocates for decolonial approaches to design education, and investigates guerrilla marketing tactics in spatial contexts, addressing urgent socio-environmental challenges through innovative design solutions.

Professional recognition includes:

• Golden Key Academic Achievement (2004)
• Green Star SA Accredited Professional: Interiors (2014)
• Living Future Accreditation (LFA) from Living Building Institute (2022)

Her mentoring approach reflects an eclectic teaching philosophy integrating traditional and progressive strategies, shaped by socio-political contexts and commitment to student diversity. Current professional memberships include SBID, BIID, and IE (2019-2023), supporting her leadership in curriculum development and international academic collaboration.