Dr. Jenny French

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jenny French is an Assistant Professor of Practice in Architecture at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. She co-founded French 2D, a Boston-based design studio known for its work on innovative mixed-use projects that promote collective living and participatory design processes. The firm focuses on developing alternative housing typologies, including cohousing and adaptive reuse projects, which reflect a commitment to civic engagement and collaborative practices. French 2D has been recognized with numerous awards, such as the Progressive Architecture Award from Architect Magazine and the Design Vanguard Award from Architectural Record, and has been featured in prominent publications including Domus and Metropolis. Jenny's work has been exhibited at prestigious venues like the Museum of Modern Art and the Venice Architecture Biennale. She has previously taught at Northeastern University, Tufts University, and the Boston Architectural College, and has been a recipient of the Appleton Traveling Fellowship from the Graduate School of Design. Her involvement in Harvard's Design Discovery programs has further established her role in shaping the future of architectural education and practice.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor Practice Architecture

— Present

Harvard Graduate School of Design • Cambridge, MA

Courses

Fourth Semester Architecture Core: RELATE Independent Study by Candidates Master’s Degrees Semester Architecture Core: PROJECT

Requirements for Harvard University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a technical or quantitative field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
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  • Letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Harvard Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS).