Laia Celma

Laia Celma is a Professor at the Stuckeman School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, The Pennsylvania State University, and serves as an Affiliate Researcher specializing in Equitable Communities and the Built Environment.

Her research focuses on the intersection of architecture, landscape design, and social equity, with particular emphasis on:

• Climate change impacts of extraction economies
• Interdisciplinary art-science collaborations
• Urban and community development frameworks
• Sustainable built environment practices
• Exhibition-based architectural discourse
• Cultural responses to environmental challenges

Her work has gained significant recognition through features in major exhibitions including the Carnegie Museum of Art and Tallinn Architecture Biennale, demonstrating her influence in merging architectural practice with societal engagement.

She received the inaugural Obel teaching fellowship in 2023, highlighting her innovative pedagogical contributions. While specific advising details aren't provided, her active exhibition record indicates ongoing mentorship in architectural research and practice.

Her recent projects explore how extraction economies shape climate responses, positioning her at the forefront of environmentally conscious architectural discourse.