Johan Voordouw

Johan Voordouw is an architect (UK) and Associate Professor at Carleton University, Faculty of Engineering and Design. His work bridges creative practice, research, and teaching, focusing on architectural representation, critical heritage, and environmental crisis.

Education:

• Master of Architecture – Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL, London
• Bachelor of Environmental Design – University of Manitoba

Voordouw’s research explores architecture as a complication in the landscape, addressing programmatic, systemic, and material challenges. His projects include New Image of Home (book), spatial cataloging of endangered species, and speculative cloud-related designs.

His publications in The Plan Journal and exhibitions at institutions like the Venice Architecture Biennale reflect his interdisciplinary approach to design research.