Martha Bohm

Martha Bohm is an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture at the University at Buffalo’s School of Architecture and Planning. Her work bridges design, energy efficiency, and ecological sustainability. She emphasizes hands-on learning and innovative use of recycled materials, leading projects such as the GRoW Home (2015 Solar Decathlon finalist) and community seed huts in Western New York.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in Earth and Planetary Sciences, Harvard University
• Master of Architecture, University of Oregon

Research Focus: Bohm explores the intersection of architectural design with ecological integrity and resource efficiency. She advocates for sustainable practices through empirical research and community engagement, co-directing the Sustainable Futures program in Costa Rica and directing the Ecological Design Center.

Awards & Recognition:

• AIA WNY Design Award (2016)
• Solar Decathlon 2nd Place (2015)
• Ginsberg Research Fellowship

Teaching & Advising: Leads undergraduate design studios and graduate research groups. Her pedagogy emphasizes ‘learning through making,’ fostering student innovation with limited resources. Advised projects include the GRoW Home and Monteverde community builds.

Labs/Initiatives: Co-founder of Design-Bridge (student design-build program) and member of the Ecological Practices Graduate Research Group.