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Hal Hayes is a Professor of Practice at Carnegie Mellon University School of Architecture and a principal at h3 Architecture in New York City. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Carnegie Mellon and is a registered architect in New York. With extensive experience in architecture and urban design, Hal has taught design studios at Carnegie Mellon since 2008, focusing on the integration of occupancy systems into architectural curricula. He also teaches multidisciplinary theater design, combining architecture and drama. His professional experience includes significant roles at major architecture firms like SOM and HOK, where he led the design of numerous large-scale urban projects and airport terminals across the globe. Hal is committed to nurturing the next generation of architects and engages in various community and educational activities, including participation in university admission councils and charity organizations related to the arts. He has a diverse design portfolio, particularly in complex buildings, urban developments, and megastructures, and continues to contribute to the field through teaching, design reviews, and public service activities.
Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.