Stephen Anderson

Stephen Anderson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Architecture at Temple University. As a licensed architect and researcher, his work centers on the ethical and civic dimensions of architecture, the interplay between cities and nature, and the relationship between architectural theatricality and everyday practices. His teaching integrates architectural theory, collaborative projects, and fabrication, emphasizing cultural participation and social relations through built environments.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania (2020)
  • Master of Architecture (M.Arch), University of Pennsylvania ('97)

Stephen’s research investigates urbanity in the works of Norwegian Pritzker Prize laureate Sverre Fehn, focusing on material form and the philosophical concepts of nature and human nature. He has 20 years of experience as an architectural educator, teaching foundational theory, history, and design to undergraduate and graduate students, while also contributing to Temple University’s Honors and General Education programs.