Secil Binboga

Secil Binboga serves as the Cass Gilbert Visiting Assistant Professor within the College of Design at the University of Minnesota. Her academic appointment is based in Rapson Hall on the Minneapolis campus, the primary facility for architectural education and research at the institution.

Her role centers on architectural pedagogy and design scholarship, with research interests spanning architectural theory, urban design, and sustainable building practices. These align with the College of Design's strategic initiatives including the Center for Sustainable Building Research and Digital Design Center, where interdisciplinary projects address contemporary challenges in the built environment.

As a Cass Gilbert professorship holder – named after the renowned architect of Minnesota's State Capitol – her work embodies the legacy of innovative design excellence. The College of Design provides robust research infrastructure through specialized laboratories including the Geosocial Visualization Lab and Wearable Technology Lab, supporting advanced design experimentation.

She contributes to a vibrant academic ecosystem encompassing multiple research centers focused on retail design innovation, landscape architecture, and human factors engineering. Her position within this framework facilitates engagement with cross-disciplinary teams addressing complex design challenges in both academic and professional contexts.