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Tom Morgan is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Architecture at Monash University’s Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture. He is an urbanist specializing in utopian visions of the city, parametric design, and adaptive reuse of housing. His work explores speculative futures and the narrative potential of urban form, contributing to sustainability and inclusive design.
His research interests include Urbanism, Utopian Architecture, Parametric Design, Adaptive Reuse, Housing Retrofit, and Sustainable Architecture. These themes are explored through both theoretical inquiry and built projects, often in regional Australian contexts. He integrates design research with community engagement, focusing on how architecture can respond to social and environmental challenges.
Tom Morgan’s recent publications and design outputs reflect a strong focus on regional regeneration, retrofitting existing housing, and speculative urban interventions. His work combines critical theory with practical innovation, particularly in projects like the Retrofit Housing Atlas and the Warracknabeal Courthouse reuse. These efforts are often collaborative, involving interdisciplinary teams and community stakeholders.
- Bates Smart Award for Architecture in the Media - National Award (2012)
- Designers Australia Awards, Place Category - Award of Merit: RetroFit Kit (2022)
- Victorian Premier's Design Awards - Finalist: 'RetroFit Kit' (2022)
- Commendation: AIA Student Prize for Advancement of Architecture (2010)
- Monash Art Design and Architecture Early Career Teaching Award (2017)
Tom Morgan is actively involved in research supervision and is currently accepting PhD students. He leads and contributes to multiple externally and internally funded projects, including those focused on housing adaptation, regional design innovation, and public architecture. He collaborates extensively with colleagues such as Mina Ghusheh, Clare Edwards, and Jonathan Crow. His work is supported by institutions like Monash University and regional councils.
He is deeply engaged in public discourse through exhibitions, media appearances, and community events. Projects like the Warracknabeal Creative Circuit and the Art Hotel initiative demonstrate his commitment to bringing architectural research into public life. His online presence at www.sharkmouse.org showcases ongoing speculative work.
