Stefan Pellegrini

Stefan Pellegrini is a Lecturer in Urban Design at the University of California, Berkeley, and a Principal at Opticos Design, Inc. His work emphasizes equitable design, social and environmental justice, and solutions for small towns and rural communities. Pellegrini directs the thesis studio for Berkeley's Master of Urban Design program and integrates traditional town-making principles with modern planning tools.

• Education: Architecture (University of Notre Dame), Urban Design (University of California, Berkeley)

His research focuses on form-based codes, community-based planning, and revitalization strategies for underserved areas. Recent projects involve mixed-use civic structures and contemporary urban design guidelines.

• Driehaus Form-Based Coding Award (2008, 2011)
• Urban Design Travelling Fellowship, Skidmore Owings & Merrill Foundation (2002)
• Chicago Institute of Architecture and Urbanism Award (2002)

At Opticos Design, Inc., Pellegrini provides thought leadership on urban design and planning, specializing in conflict resolution and collaborative design processes for small towns and rural communities.