Michael Ford

Michael Ford serves as a Lecturer in Architecture at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), Faculty of Design and Society, School of Architecture since January 2024. His academic career spans over a decade, including prior roles as Casual Academic at UTS's School of Architecture (2011-2023) and School of Built Environment (2022-present), plus appointments at UNSW Sydney (2022-2023). Concurrently, he maintains active professional practice as Director of Michael Ford Studio and NSW Registered Architect since 2018.

His educational background includes:

• Master of Architecture (University of Technology Sydney, 2011-2014)
• Bachelor of Design in Architecture (University of Technology Sydney, 2008-2011)

Michael's research integrates architectural innovation with emerging technologies, particularly Generative AI for visual communication in design processes. His work bridges Urban Design, Sustainable Architecture, and Interior Design through practical applications in educational settings. Current projects focus on developing student competencies in AI-driven visualization tools while critically evaluating their professional implications in built environment disciplines.

His accolades include:

• Jack Greenland Energy-Efficient Design Prize (2015)
• Masters of Architecture Graduate of the Year (2015)
• Byera Hadley Travelling Scholarship (2012)
• UTS Architecture Award for Design Leadership (2012)

Michael leads the teaching grant Supporting student learning with Generative Ai as a visual communication tool (2025), developing curriculum resources across Architecture and Interior subjects. His teaching portfolio encompasses 13+ courses including Architectural Design Studios, Communications and Construction, and Architectural History, with recent focus on AI literacy through structured learning activities and industry collaborations.

He actively contributes to academic governance as Visualisation Institute Executive Committee member (2025) and Responsible Academic Officer (2024-2025), while maintaining professional engagement through ARB NSW assessor roles and architectural practice.