Mic Patterson

Mic Patterson is an Adjunct Professor at the University of Southern California School of Architecture, specializing in advanced façade technology and sustainable building practices. He holds a PhD in Architecture and a Master of Building Science from USC. His professional career includes pioneering structural glass façade technology in the US, founding the Facade Tectonics Institute, and roles at Schuco-USA and Enclos.

Education:

• PhD in Architecture, University of Southern California
• Master of Building Science, University of Southern California

Research Interests: Structural glass systems, high-performance façades, sustainable curtainwall design, and building resilience. His work emphasizes the intersection of architectural expression and technical performance in façade systems.

Professional Contributions: Authored Structural Glass Facades and Enclosures (Wiley), co-founded the Facades+ conference series, and serves on technical committees for GlassCon Global and the Council for Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.

Current Roles: Ambassador of Innovation & Collaboration at the Facade Tectonics Institute and teaches Advanced Building Skins: Designing High Performance Façades at USC.