Wolfgang Max Rudorf

Wolfgang Max Rudorf is an Associate Professor at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), specializing in Interior Architecture. He holds an engineering diploma in Architecture and Urban Planning from Technische Universität Berlin and a Master of Science in Architectural Studies from MIT, where he focused on the Public Works Administration’s public housing initiatives during the New Deal era.

Education:

• DIPA, Technische Universität Berlin
• MAS, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Research & Practice: Rudorf’s academic and professional work centers on the intersection of architecture and engineering, emphasizing Green Building Technology, Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), and Building Information Modeling (BIM). He advocates for sustainable design and integrated project delivery methods in large-scale adaptive reuse, affordable housing, and historic preservation projects across the U.S. and Germany.

Professional Credentials: A licensed architect in Massachusetts and LEED-accredited professional, Rudorf bridges disciplinary boundaries to advance holistic design and construction practices.