Justin Diles

Justin Diles is an Associate Professor of Architecture at The Ohio State University's Knowlton School of Architecture with a joint appointment in the Materials Science and Engineering Department. He explores the architectural effects of pattern and texture, leveraging historical construction methods, contemporary digital design, and advanced composite materials to create visually animated, innovatively constructed buildings.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Washington University in St. Louis
• Master of Architecture, University of Pennsylvania (awarded Faculty Prize for distinguished work)

Research Focus

• Architectural tectonics informed by structural buckling deformation patterns
• Integration of digital design and fabrication with traditional techniques
• Lightweight yet strong material assemblies for architectural applications

Scientific Awards and Contributions

• Faculty Prize for distinguished work at the University of Pennsylvania
• Howard E. LeFevre Emerging Practitioner Fellowship recipient
• Publications in Architect's Newspaper, Architect magazine, and the Nexus Network Journal of Architecture and Mathematics

Academic Leadership
Diles has taught at the University of Applied Arts, Vienna, and led workshops at the Smart Geometry Workshop (Royal Danish Academy, Copenhagen). His work bridges architecture, materials science, and computational design, influencing both pedagogy and practice.