Sebastian Macmillan

Dr. Sebastian Macmillan is a Chartered Architect and part-time academic at the University of Cambridge's Department of Architecture since 1996. He holds a PhD from the Royal College of Art and has extensive experience in architectural practice. As Director of the Interdisciplinary Design for the Built Environment (IDBE), he leads a joint initiative with the Department of Engineering. His research focuses on sustainable architecture, energy efficiency, urban resilience, and interdisciplinary design methodologies. Macmillan has authored numerous guides on energy efficiency and co-founded Eclipse Research Consultants, a consultancy for public-sector built environment projects.

His academic roles include External Examiner at UCL and the University of Dundee, and membership in EPSRC's Peer Review College. He has lectured globally and contributed to academic journals on design processes and built environment challenges. Key themes in his work include the integration of sustainability principles into architectural practice, the role of interdisciplinary collaboration in design, and the valuation of intangible design qualities. Macmillan's research often bridges academia and industry, emphasizing practical solutions for resilient urban systems and innovative construction practices.

• Education: BA(Hons), BArch(Hons), PhD (Royal College of Art)
• Professional Affiliations: RIBA, FRSA
• Consultancies: Eclipse Research Consultants, Cambridge Architectural Research
• Key Initiatives: IDBE, CRISP Commission projects

His publications span over four decades, addressing topics like conceptual design frameworks, team dynamics in construction, and the circular economy's application to façade systems. Macmillan advocates for architecture's role in addressing global challenges such as climate change and urbanization while maintaining a commitment to pedagogical innovation.