Seonwook Park

Seonwook "Sonny" Park is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment at Appalachian State University, where he contributes to architectural education and sustainable design research. He previously taught at Ajou University (2022–2024), Dongseo University (2021), and Hanbat National University (2021) in South Korea.

His research centers on design studio pedagogy, urban data analysis, and the interplay between built environments and human behavior, particularly at the cultural intersection of architecture and urban life. These interests align with sustainable and technologically informed approaches to the built environment.

Mr. Park is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), the North Carolina Board of Architecture, and the Korean Institute of Architects (KIA).

He teaches core design courses such as BSC 3710: Design Studio I and BSC 4730: Design Studio III, integrating hands-on studio practice with analytical methods. Though no publications or advisees are listed, his teaching and research profile indicate a focus on empirical spatial analysis and culturally responsive design.

Education:

• M. Arch., Texas A&M University, College Station, TX (2009)
• B.Eng (Architecture), Inha University, Incheon, South Korea (2005)

Teaching Experience:

• Sustainable Technology and the Built Environment, Appalachian State University (2024–Present)
• Department of Architecture, Ajou University (2022–2024)
• Department of Architecture, Dongseo University (2021)
• Department of Building System, Hanbat National University (2021)