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Professor James W.P. Campbell MA DipArch PhD (Cantab) RIBA IHBC FSA is a distinguished architect and architectural historian at the University of Cambridge, holding the Professor of Architecture and Construction History title and serving as a Seear Fellow in Architecture and History of Art at Queens’ College. He was Head of the Department of Architecture from October 2019 to October 2023, guiding the department through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, establishing its Digital Fabrication Lab, and overseeing significant expansion. His academic leadership extends to designing innovative programs such as the MSt in Building History (a part-time course co-developed with English Heritage) and the MSt Apprenticeship in Architecture, the first of its kind in the University.
- Architectural historian and practitioner with global experience in the UK, Hong Kong, and the US.
- Director of Studies at Queens’ College for both Architecture and History of Art.
- Chairman of the Construction History Society and Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries.
Research Interests: Spanning Architectural History, Construction History, Building Conservation, and Digital Fabrication, his work bridges historical scholarship and contemporary architectural practice. He has actively promoted Decolonising Architecture through initiatives like the UNFOLD project and contributed to public engagement via media appearances on programs such as Divine Designs (Channel 5), Ancient Megastructures (National Geographic), and BBC radio shows.
Scientific Awards & Honors: Recognized through prestigious fellowships and memberships, including:
- Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries (FSA)
- Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) membership
- Institute of Historic Building Conservation (IHBC) membership
- Seear Fellowship at Queens’ College
- Chairmanship of the Construction History Society
Teaching & Media Contributions: Co-founded the MSt in Building History (over 10 years running) and designed the MSt Apprenticeship in Architecture. He has featured widely in television and radio, including The Essay (Radio 3) on Robert Hooke’s architecture, selected for Radio 4’s Pick of the Week. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration and public outreach.
