جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Karina Paulsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Art Education
• Sculpture Theory
• Material Pedagogy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Karina Pauls serves as Professor and Head of Institute for Art / Music / Textiles within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Paderborn University. Her interdisciplinary role bridges artistic practice and art education, specifically focusing on sculpture and its didactics. She maintains an active presence through her artistic work documented at www.karinapauls.de and directs the institute from Room S1.102 at Warburger Str. 100, Paderborn. Her educational background includes doctoral research on spatial concepts in art, specifically examining works by Rachel Whiteread and Gregor Schneider. This foundation informs her current research profile that integrates historical and contemporary perspectives on sculpture. Research interests center on expanding traditional sculpture concepts through open-ended artistic processes. Key areas include: Material significance and handling techniques in learning processes Optical/haptic perception in sculpture education Ceramics as experimental medium in art classes Conceptual-technical balance in artistic projects Spatial concepts derived from contemporary artists Integration of contemporary art practices in teaching Her work emphasizes the reflective connection between artistic creation and educational methodology. Recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on pedagogical frameworks for sculpture education, with particular attention to spatial concepts and material processes. The 2022 publications reveal consistent exploration of how sculptural practices can be adapted for diverse educational contexts while maintaining contemporary relevance. Her teaching portfolio includes specialized courses such as: "Skulptur und ihre Bezugsfelder im Kunstunterricht" (Sculpture and its reference fields in art education) "Zwischen Softskulptur und keramischem Objekt" (Between soft sculpture and ceramic objects) "Künstlerische Werkstatt - Bildhauerei" (Artistic workshop - sculpture) These courses reflect her commitment to connecting practical studio work with theoretical frameworks. Prof. Pauls leads the Art Practice Blog project and utilizes the university's Silo workshops for technical training. Her artistic work focuses on color-form relationships in drawing/printmaking, ceramic expression potential, figurative sculpture spatial references, and line concepts across mediums.

Erika Zekosمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Community-engaged Practice
• Social Justice Pedagogy
• Beginning Design Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Erika Zekos is a Senior Lecturer and Undergraduate Program Director in the Architecture Department at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, within the College of Humanities & Fine Arts. She holds a B.Arch and BS in Building Science from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, an M.Ed in Higher Education, and a Social Justice Education Graduate Certificate from UMass Amherst. Her work bridges design education, community engagement, and social justice. She teaches design studios, seminars, and courses like ARCH 300–404, ARCH 480, and ARCH 600. Education: B.Arch/BS (Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute), M.Ed (UMass Amherst), Social Justice Education Certificate (UMass Amherst) Research: Focuses on community-engaged design, pedagogy for diversity, and place-based learning. Projects include site-specific installations addressing social justice themes. Her awards include the 2022 Best Research Paper at EAAE-ARCC, 2022 Distinguished Community-Engaged Teaching Award, and 2023–24 TIDE Fellowship. She leads initiatives like the 'It’s Time' installation and 'Common Sounding' musical installation, emphasizing participatory design processes. Awards: AIAS Certificate of Appreciation (2025), Distinguished Teaching Nomination (2024), TIDE Fellowship (2023–24), and others. Grants/Engagement: Civic Engagement Fellowship (2018–19), Professional Development Leave (2022–23). Zekos directs undergraduate programs and advocates for inclusive design education through labs like the TurnPark Art Space collaboration and projects with Holyoke Public Library.

Charles Taze Fulfordمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Regenerative design
• Design Process
• Analog and Digital Design processes
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Charles Taze Fulford serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture within Mississippi State University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. His academic work bridges architectural theory and practical landscape design education. His educational foundation includes: Master of Architecture (MARC) from the University of Idaho in Architecture Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) from Mississippi State University Professor Fulford's research centers on regenerative design methodologies and the evolution of design processes. He investigates the integration of analog and digital techniques while developing specialized writing resources for novice design students. His pedagogical approach emphasizes ecological worldviews and sustainability integration within foundational curricula, positioning landscape architecture as a catalyst for environmental stewardship. His publications reveal consistent focus on design education innovation, particularly software implementation in studios and sustainability frameworks. The recurring themes across his work demonstrate commitment to evolving landscape architecture pedagogy through technological adaptation and ecological principles. His distinguished recognition includes multiple teaching honors: Superior Teaching Award and CALS Teacher of the Year (2019) Regions Bank - DAFVM Excellence in Teaching Award for Lower Undergraduate Level CALS Outstanding Leadership Award MS ASLA Merit Award for student project 'Sunny' Mississippi ASLA Community Service Award Leland Chamber of Commerce recognition While specific advising details remain unlisted, Professor Fulford's leadership within the Department of Landscape Architecture is evidenced by his CALS Outstanding Leadership Award. His community engagement extends through professional service with ASLA and local chambers of commerce, reflecting commitment to both academic excellence and civic contribution.

Murali Paranandiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Design
• Digital Pedagogy
• Target Value Design
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Murali Paranandi is a faculty member at Miami University, serving as a Professor in the Department of Architecture and Interior Design since 1996. He holds affiliate status in the Emerging Technology in Business and Design (ETBD) program. His educational background includes a Master of Architecture from Ohio State University and Kent State University, as well as a Bachelor of Architecture from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University. His research focuses on Computational Design , Digital Pedagogy , Target Value Design , Digital Fabrication , and Mass Timber Architecture , emphasizing the integration of technology into architectural education and practice. He has received the 2015 Crossan Hays Curry Award for his contributions to the field. Teaching highlights include courses such as ARC 101 Beginning Design Studio , Architecture Studio , and Trends in Computational Design . His scholarly work spans over three decades, addressing topics like Building Information Modeling (BIM), daylighting simulation, and virtual reality applications in architecture. He has authored notable publications, including Alter Studio: 6 Houses (2014) and Alter Studio: 6 Houses (2014), and co-authored articles in journals like the International Journal of Architectural Computing . Prof. Paranandi’s professional experience includes roles as a Technical Support Engineer at auto•des•sys, Inc., and adjunct teaching positions. His work bridges theoretical research with practical applications, advocating for innovative pedagogical approaches to leverage emerging technologies.

• Architectural Education
• Design Pedagogy
• Human Perception in Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Temple is a Professor in the Architecture and Planning department at the University of Texas at San Antonio , affiliated with the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design . He serves as the Undergraduate Advisor of Record – Architecture , focusing on design education and pedagogy. Academic rank: Professor Key responsibilities: Teaching, advising, and pedagogical research Stephen Temple’s research focuses on architectural education , particularly on the development of creative skills , abstraction in design , and the integration of digital and material technologies . His work explores how perceptual models and hands-on learning shape design thinking, with a strong emphasis on studio-based pedagogy and representational imagination . His scholarly contributions span from 1998 to 2023, with recent emphasis on teaching methods for psychological skill development and charcoal drawing as a transformative tool in architectural visualization. Earlier works investigate Plato’s philosophical frameworks and biological models of learning . Contact: stephen.temple@utsa.edu | Phone: 210-458-3023

Marcia Lopes de Melloمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Interface between Urbanism and Interiors
• Human-Centered Design
• Social Policies and Multidisciplinary Design
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Marcia Lopes de Mello is an Assistant Professor at Miami University’s College of Creative Arts, Department of Architecture + Interior Design. She has held academic roles at institutions including Florida International University, Miami Dade College, and Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie. Her expertise spans Urbanism-Interior Interface, Human-Centered Design, and Post-War Architecture. Education: Ph.D. in Architecture and Urbanism, Universidade de São Paulo MSc. in Urban Management & Development, Erasmus University Rotterdam M.Arch. in Computer in Design, University of Miami Multiple Graduate Certificates in Architecture and Higher Education Pedagogy B.Arch. from Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie Research & Creative Work: Focuses on social policies, multidisciplinary design, and architectural history. Exhibited collages in venues like Vayo Gallery (NY), Arts Warehouse (FL), and international festivals. Published in Pixo, Clepsydra, and Contemporary Collage magazines. Awards: IIDA South Florida Educator of the Year (2014) Hands on Miami Artist of the Year (2008) Professional Roles: Coordinates First-Year Design Studio at Miami University, serves on DEI and Career Champions committees. Active in ACSA, IDEC, and Society of Architectural Historians.

• Architecture Education
• Design Pedagogy
• Chicago Architectural History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kathy Nagle is an Associate Teaching Professor and Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Academic Advising at the Illinois Institute of Technology College of Architecture. She has over 25 years of experience in the Bachelor of Architecture program, focusing on first-year design pedagogy and curriculum development. Her roles include coordinating first-year studios and overseeing academic advising, which she views as an extension of her educational philosophy. Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Art History from Williams College Master of Architecture from Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design Her research interests revolve around Chicago architectural history and design education. She has contributed to the AIA Guide to Chicago and co-authored papers for NCBDS Beginning Design conferences. Her teaching excellence was recognized through awards such as the AIA Education Honor Award and the IIT Excellence in Teaching Award (2009). She currently teaches courses like ARCH 100 (Introduction to Architecture) and first-year studios (ARCH 113/114). Her advising role emphasizes supporting students’ academic trajectories, reflecting her commitment to fostering architectural education.

Catherine Wetzelمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Design Education
• Architectural Pedagogy
• Material Processes
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Catherine Wetzel is an Associate Professor at Illinois Institute of Technology's College of Architecture, specializing in beginning design education, structural integration in studio teaching, and material processes. She has coordinated the Third Year UG Studio and taught courses such as Pure Form , Collage Making , and hybrid architecture studios since joining the faculty in 1990. Her pedagogical scholarship builds on the legacy of Mies van der Rohe's curriculum while innovating new modes of teaching. Her creative practice focuses on repurposing upholstery off-cuts and upcycled materials into bold domestic furnishings, reflecting a synergy with her teaching methods. She also co-founded Zed Architects in Chicago, contributing to residential, commercial, and religious architectural projects since 1991. Expertise in design pedagogy and haptic learning Advocate for daylight, ventilation, and spatial order principles Leader of study abroad programs in Europe and Japan Wetzel's contributions to the National Conference on the Beginning Design Student and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) highlight her leadership in architectural education. She is a registered architect and active collaborator in professional and academic circles.

Tom Sofrankoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Architectural Design
• Beginning Design Education
• Popular Culture and Architecture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tom Sofranko is the A. Hays Town Professor at the LSU School of Architecture, part of the College of Art & Design. He has been at LSU since 1992, serving as Associate Dean of Academics for 13 years and interim director of the School of Architecture for four years. His academic background includes a BArch and MArch from Kent State University. Education: BS, Kent State University BArch, Kent State University MArch, Kent State University His research focuses on architectural design pedagogy, particularly in beginning design education and the intersection of popular culture with architecture. He has contributed to the National Conference on the Beginning Design Student for over two decades. Recent work emphasizes recruitment and retention strategies for design students, including founding the Architecture & Design Summer Camp for high school students to engage minority populations. No specific articles are listed, but his scholarly output includes design projects and papers on curriculum development and student engagement. Awards or grants are not explicitly mentioned in the text. He maintains a full-time faculty role, teaching design studios across undergraduate and graduate programs. His involvement extends to institutional leadership, shaping academic policies and program structures within the College of Art & Design.

• Interior Design
• Architectural Design
• Design Research
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Joseph Goldstein, AIA, IDEC, NCARB, is the founder of JGArchitects, a firm specializing in architectural interiors, and has been teaching design studio courses at New York School of Interior Design (NYSID) since 2004. He currently instructs Contract Design I & II for undergraduate students, integrating his professional expertise in acoustics, code compliance, accessibility, sustainability, security, and lighting into the curriculum. Goldstein emphasizes a research-driven design methodology rooted in visual/spatial inquiry through sketching and model making. His pedagogical philosophy focuses on cultivating critical thinking in students, encouraging them to begin with questions—even unanswerable ones—and apply design principles to diverse scales, from everyday objects to urban contexts. His studio environment fosters iterative exploration, enriched by guest jurors from New York City’s design community. His professional work spans high-profile projects, including office spaces for Permanent Missions to the United Nations and corporations like Goldman Sachs, alongside cultural spaces such as the Chelsea Arts District Gallery and Cuban Art Space. He approaches client collaboration by interpreting their values through rigorous research, often involving fieldwork in countries to understand cultural and historical contexts.

Victoria Farrowمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Architectural Pedagogy
• Design Studio Practice
• Building Information Modelling (BIM)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Victoria Farrow is an Associate Professor and Subject Lead in Architecture at De Montfort University, Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities, School of Arts, Design and Architecture. She is a qualified architect, educator, and academic leader with extensive experience in architectural education across the UK and internationally, including roles at Birmingham City University, Nottingham Trent University, and Lincoln University. She is also a visiting professor at Marywood University, Pennsylvania, USA. Education: BA(Hons) Architecture, University of Nottingham (RIBA Part 1) Diploma in Architecture with Merit, University of Nottingham (RIBA Part 2) MArch with Commendation, University of Nottingham RIBA Part 3, University of Nottingham Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education, Birmingham City University (Distinction) Victoria's research focuses on architectural pedagogy , particularly design studio practice , beginning design , digital tools , and social media in education . She explores how technology enhances learning, communication, and representation in architectural education. Her work emphasizes student engagement, collaborative practice, and the integration of BIM into curricula. She is passionate about innovation in teaching and curriculum development. The 15 most recent articles and professional outputs reflect a strong trajectory in architectural education leadership , with recurring themes in BIM conferences , digital pedagogy , scholarship programs , and international academic collaboration . These outputs span from 2011 to 2022 and highlight her sustained impact on architectural education through events, publications, and initiatives. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: Co-founder of the Association of Architectural Educators (aae) Chair of the aae and Vectorworks Scholarship Programme Director of Events for aae conferences Host and Chair of BIM in Birmingham International Conference (2016–2022) Presenter at Vectorworks Design Summit 2017, Chicago Victoria has supervised dissertations and led curriculum development, including the creation of the BSc Sports Shoe Design course. She has secured external funding for academic initiatives like the aae 2013 conference and the BIM in Birmingham series. Her consultancy spans architecture, design, course writing, and architectural education. She is actively engaged in academic leadership, editorial roles (Charette journal), and international networks such as NCBDS. She leads the BIM in Birmingham initiative, a student-driven conference series connecting UK and global architectural practices. She is also part of the aae journal committee and contributes to the Designers Network Alliance (DNA) . Her work fosters strong links between academia, industry, and international institutions.

• Visual Communication Design
• Artificial Intelligence and Design
• Computational Creativity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ezgi ŞEN serves as Assistant Professor in Visual Communication Design at Uskudar University since 2022, specializing in artificial intelligence applications within creative disciplines. Her research bridges computational systems and artistic practice, focusing on illustration, character design, and digital creativity. Her academic foundation includes: Licence in Visual Communication Design, Gazi University (2015) Master's in Visual Communication Design, Ondokuz Mayis University (2018) Doctorate in Graphic Design, Anadolu University (2022) ŞEN investigates how AI technologies transform creative workflows, examining human-AI collaboration models in illustration and animation. Her work analyzes generative systems like DALL-E and GPT-3 for data visualization, while addressing ethical implications of algorithmic creativity. Current projects explore AI's impact on design pedagogy and character development pipelines, emphasizing augmentation rather than replacement of human artistry. Her publication timeline reveals accelerating AI integration in design: beginning with foundational applications (2020), advancing to technical implementation studies (2021-2022), and culminating in educational paradigm analyses (2023). This progression demonstrates increasing sophistication in both technical execution and theoretical framing of AI's role in visual arts. Recognition includes: Multiple Achievement Awards (2018-2021) Repeated Display honors (2020-2021) International exhibition at Poland's Centrum Spotkania (2022) Certificate and Exhibition awards (2022-2023) Academic service encompasses student counseling for 41-50 undergraduates, Erasmus coordination since 2023, and membership on Education, Graduation, and Events Commissions. Her teaching integrates emerging AI tools into design curricula while maintaining core artistic principles. Though institutional labs aren't specified, her collaborative conference presentations indicate active engagement with international design-AI research communities through symposia and academic networks.

• Design Education
• Generative AI
• Curriculum Development
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Fabio Andres Tellez is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Media Arts, Design and Technology at North Carolina State University, with his appointment beginning in July 2024. His academic work centers on the intersection of design, technology, and pedagogy. Research Focus: Dr. Tellez investigates transformative approaches in design education, including generative AI integration, adaptive curriculum development, biomaterial innovation, and cross-cultural pedagogical strategies. His work bridges technical innovation with educational methodology. Recent Publications: His scholarship demonstrates consistent focus on educational innovation through technology, with publications examining AI's role in design pedagogy, studio-based learning reforms, and sustainable material applications across design disciplines.