Yasmin Vobis

Yasmin Vobis is an Assistant Professor of Architecture at the University of California, Berkeley, and co-founding principal of the architectural firm Ultramoderne. She holds a Master of Architecture from Princeton University and a BA in Architecture from UC Berkeley, where she was recognized with prestigious fellowships and prizes. Her professional experience includes working at Ogrydziak Prillinger Architects, Guy Nordenson and Associates Structural Engineers, and Steven Holl Architects.

• Education:
  • Master of Architecture, Princeton University
  • BA in Architecture, University of California, Berkeley

Her research interests focus on architectural design, construction technology, sustainable architecture, and urban planning. She teaches design studios and courses on construction at UC Berkeley, emphasizing innovative approaches to building systems and design education.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Founders—Arnold W. Brunner—Katherine Edwards Gordon Rome Prize in Architecture (2016)
  • Butler Traveling Fellowship
  • Suzanne Kolarik Underwood Prize

Vobis has taught at Princeton University, Rhode Island School of Design, Cooper Union, Brown University, and the Harvard Graduate School of Design, contributing to architectural pedagogy across institutions. She is registered as an architect (RA) and holds certifications including NCARB and FAAR.