W. Jude LeBlanc

W. Jude LeBlanc is an Associate Professor at Georgia Institute of Technology's College of Architecture, School of Architecture. He previously served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Virginia School of Architecture and Associate Professor at Harvard University Graduate School of Design. His expertise spans architecture, urban design, sustainable design, furniture design, and representation theories. LeBlanc's work emphasizes modernity, cultural stewardship, and art discourse.

Education: B.Arch. from University of Houston College of Architecture (1980), M.Arch. from Harvard University Graduate School of Design (1982). He maintains a professional design practice and has led projects like the Ellis House, Two Scupper Houses, and Gauja National Park Footbridge competition entry.

Research interests include incremental urbanism, health impact assessments, and sustainable architecture. His work has been exhibited in venues like Socrates Sculpture Park and published in journals such as Harvard Design Magazine and Modulus. Notable awards include the ACSA National Design Award and AIA Student Design Awards.

Teaching focuses on architectural design studios, furniture design, and image-making. He has advised numerous students and collaborated on projects like the Hinman Research Building Courtyard Installation (with 25 students). Active in design competitions, his work addresses urban infrastructure, public space, and cultural preservation.