School of Architecture

Every day, our students and faculty are pushing the boundaries of design. We believe in the capacity of architecture to solve contemporary issues, uplift the human spirit, and create a better world.

School of Architecture Head

David Hill, FAIA // Email David

Since its founding, the School of Architecture has been a leader of innovation in design. Today that tradition continues with programs centered on design excellence and unique approaches to contemporary urban, environmental, and ethical challenges. Our fully accredited program provides a rigorous professional education paired with multidisciplinary and self-directed design and research opportunities. Multiple paths to a professional degree are provided by undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including the iPal Accelerated Path to Licensure. A Masters of Advanced Architectural Studies, Certificates and Concentrations and a Design-Build summer program provide for specialized studies. Connections to a robust architectural community offer professional opportunities.

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February 17, 2025

College of Design Signs MOU with National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM)

The College of Design at NC State University has signed an MOU with the Faculty of Architecture of the Universidad Nacional Autónoma De México (UNAM) to promote academic and research activities between the two institutions and further affirm the value of international collaboration. Collaborations with UNAM will allow the college to extend its involvement in global issues related to urbanization and the environment and translate that knowledge into teaching and practice through the lens of a global framework.

Aerial view of the Belltower and North Campus

January 17, 2025

A New Chapter for Inclusive Design: North Carolina State University and Steven Winter Associates Re-Envision the Center for Universal Design

North Carolina State University (NC State) and Steven Winter Associates, Inc. (SWA) are excited to announce a transformative partnership to revitalize the Center for Universal Design. After nearly 15 years of dormancy, the center is being reborn with a new mission: to support all stakeholders and users in creating accessible, inclusive environments that serve people of all abilities and backgrounds. The newly formed Alliance for Inclusive Design Practice and Research (the Alliance), co-directed by Traci Rose Rider, Ph.D, associate professor of architecture at NC State University, and Victoria Lanteigne, Ph.D., principal of research at SWA, represents a major leap forward in advancing equity in the built environment.

Roooted: the Embrace of Earth + Water Maggie Kroening - North Carolina State University

January 15, 2025

School of Architecture Students and Faculty Win Statewide Awards for Design

Eight student teams were recognized at the American Institute of Architects North Carolina Design and Chapter Awards. The School of Architecture was also recognized for teaching excellence through its Educator of the Year, Kamphoefner Prize, F. Carter Williams Gold Medal and Associate Award.

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Spring 2025 Final Reviews

04.09 ARC 500 Integrative Studio: Don Kranbuehl & Dennis Stallings
Brooks Hall Rotunda 1:30-5:30pm

04.17 ARC 451 Digital Drawing & Modeling: Jeremy Leonard
Brooks HAll 3rd Floor Galleries 4:00-7:00pm

04.18 ARC 564 Architectural Design Development: Jianxin Hu, Vincent Petrarca, & Marshall Purnell
Brooks Hall 3rd Floor Galleries 9:00-11:00am

04.18 ARC 302 Technology Studio: Billy Askey, Edwin Harris, Rob Bundy, & Vincent Petrarca
Leazar Hall 3rd Floor Galleries 1:30-5:30pm

04.21 D105 FYE Studio: Jake Heffington, Patrick Hobgood, & Sara Queen
Leazar Hall 3rd Floor Galleries 8:am-1:00pm

04.21 ARC 202 Environment Studio: Noora Aljabi, Rebecca Necessary, Rosa McDonald, & Ellen Weinstein
Leazar Hall 3rd Floor Galleries 1:30-5:30pm

04.21 ARC 403 Environment Studio: Melissa Todd & Susan Cannon
Brooks Hall Rotunda 1:30-5:30pm

04.21 ARC Options Studio: Burak Erdim
Location TBD 1:30-5:30pm

04.23 MAAS: Lira Gomes
Kamphoefner Hall Room 130 12:00-1:00pm

04.24 ARC Options Studio: Andy Fox & David Hill
Brooks Hall Rotunda and Kamphoefner Hall Allred Gallery 1:30-5:30pm

04.24 ARC Options Studio: Dana Gulling
Kamphoefner Hall Room 130 8:30am-12:45pm

04.24 ARC Options Studio: Tom Barrie
Kamphoefner Hall Room 130 1:30-5:30pm

04.24 ARC ARC 251 Digital Representation: Shawn Protz
Leazar Hall 3rd Floor Studios 1:30-5:30pm

04.25 ARC Options Studio: Matt Griffith
Leazar Hall 3rd Floor Galleries 1:30-5:30pm

04.25 ARC Options Studio: Celen Pasalar & Donghwan Moon
Brooks Hall Rotunda 1:30-5:30pm

04.25 ARC Options Studio: Wayne Place
Kamphoefner Hall Room 130 1:00-6:00pm ...