معرفی
Juney Lee is the T. David Fitz-Gibbon Assistant Professor of Architecture at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Architecture, appointed in 2023. He leads the Regenerative Structures Laboratory and teaches core structural design courses, emphasizing computational methods and sustainable practices. His research focuses on reducing embodied energy in buildings through advanced materials and construction technologies, with notable projects like the MycoTree and the HiLo unit at NEST. Lee holds degrees from UC Berkeley, MIT (M.Eng. in Structural Engineering), and a Ph.D. from ETH Zurich, where his work earned the Silver Medal. He is a co-developer of the open-source COMPAS framework and RhinoVAULT 2 software, advancing democratized access to computational tools.
Education:
- B.A. in Architecture, University of California, Berkeley
- M. Arch., Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
- M. Eng. (Structural), MIT's Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Ph.D., Institute of Technology in Architecture at ETH Zurich
Research Interests: Lee's work bridges computational design, sustainable materials, and structural innovation. He explores 3D graphic statics, mycelium-based composites, and scalable decarbonization strategies. His teaching integrates hands-on methods to enhance students' design intuition amid AI-driven tools.
Awards:
- Marvin E. Goody Award (MIT, 2014)
- ETH Zurich Silver Medal (2019)
Teaching & Grants: Leads courses in structural design and computational analysis. Advises across all academic levels. Collaborates on projects like NEST's HiLo unit and the Seoul Biennale MycoTree installation. Active in industry-academia translation through prototypes showcased at international biennales.
Labs/Teams: Directs the Regenerative Structures Laboratory at CMU, focusing on open-source tools and sustainable construction innovation.
