Jennifer J. Park

Jennifer J. Park is a Professor at the College of Architecture, Illinois Institute of Technology, where she coordinates the Bachelor of Architecture Year 2 program. She holds a B.A. from Columbia University and an M.Arch. from the University of California, Los Angeles.

• Education
  • B.A., Columbia University
  • M.Arch., University of California, Los Angeles

Her research focuses on architecture's role in generating social interactions and mediating disparate cultures. She has explored urban design challenges such as coach houses and additional dwelling units to address density and neighborhood revitalization in Chicago.

The January 2023 article in Crain's Chicago Business highlights her design challenge project, which encouraged students to envision coach houses as community-enriching structures, including innovative features like rear walls doubling as community libraries.

Scientific Awards

• Curbed Young Guns Finalist (2014)
• American Institute of Architects Small Projects Award (2014)
• American Institute of Architects Special Recognition (2012)
• Alpha Rho Chi Medal (2004)

Park's professional activities include serving as Principal and Design Director at Forum Studio, complementing her academic role with practical design leadership.