Hiroaki Hata

Hiroaki Hata is an Associate Professor at the School of Architecture and Planning with a joint appointment in the Department of Architecture and Department of Urban and Regional Planning, where he teaches urban design studios and directs the Urban Design Specialization in the Master of Urban Planning program.

• Education: Post-professional degree in urban design from Harvard University, Master of Architecture from Washington University
• Professional Affiliations: Registered architect in Massachusetts, Member of American Institute of Architects (AIA), Member of Institute of Urban Design

Research Focus: Design, history, theory, and criticism of urban structures and community development. His work bridges architectural theory with practical urban planning applications through interdisciplinary studios and master planning projects.

Notable Awards:

• Outstanding Planning Award (WNY APA Section) for Niagara Waterfront Opportunity Area Plan
• First Prize for Gates Circle Hospital Reuse Competition
• Multiple APA awards for collaborative urban design projects
• Third Prize in Buffalo Urban Retail Core Competition (1986)

Professional Contributions: Led multi-disciplinary consultant teams for projects including University at Buffalo campus master plans, Niagara Falls Pine Avenue Business District plan, and Lower Niagara River Park Master Plan.