Rogelio Cadena

Rogelio Cadena is a Visiting Assistant Professor at the IIT College of Architecture and co-founder of Resolver Studio. He holds a B.Arch. from the University of Miami and an M.AUD from Harvard Graduate School of Design. His research focuses on the intersection of architecture, community, and urbanism, particularly through the lens of Chicago's historic Park Boulevard System. His work led to the award-winning thesis, 'How are ‘We’ living? A reevaluation of the Chicago Park Boulevard system,' which inspired the 'We the Blvd' coalition. He teaches courses such as Architecture Studio III/IV and seminars on Chicago's boulevards.

Education:

• Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), University of Miami
• Master in Architecture and Urban Design (M.AUD), Harvard Graduate School of Design

Research & Practice: Cadena emphasizes architecture and urbanism as cultural production, with a focus on community engagement in urban spaces. His current projects reevaluate Chicago’s Park Boulevard System, blending academic research with public activations. He co-leads the 'We the Blvd' coalition to advocate for equitable urban development.

Awards:

• Urban Design Thesis Prize, Harvard Graduate School of Design

Teaching & Service: Courses include studio design, urban theory, and landscape architecture seminars. Prior teaching roles include University of Miami, Florida Atlantic University, and UIUC. He joined IIT in 2023 as a Jeanne & John Rowe Fellow, integrating research and pedagogy in urban contexts.

Labs/Initiatives: Resolver Studio (co-founded) explores experimental urban practices. The 'We the Blvd' coalition mobilizes communities around Chicago’s boulevard system.