Rana Abudayyeh

Rana Abudayyeh is an Assistant Professor and the Robin Klehr Avia Professor of Interior Architecture at the University of Tennessee’s College of Architecture and Design. She joined UT Knoxville in 2015 after teaching at the University of New Mexico School of Architecture and Planning (2004–2012), where she coordinated third and fourth-year architecture studios. Previously, she worked at Antoine Predock Architect on projects including the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. She is a licensed architect in Jordan and currently researches refugee crisis spatial constructs in Middle Eastern camps.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, University of New Mexico (2000)
• Master of Architecture with Distinction, University of New Mexico (2003)

Research Interests: Focuses on computational design, digital fabrication, and material logics to advance architectural production. Emphasizes site-based design responding to contextual layers. Explores innovative spatial constructs in humanitarian contexts like refugee camps.

Awards:

• Master of Architecture with Distinction (2003)

Professional Experience: Taught at UNM and coordinated studios; worked on design competitions and federal projects. Holds expertise in integrating digital technologies with spatial design practices.