Dr. John Peponis

Professor

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Biography

Born in Athens, Greece, in 1955, John Peponis is a professor at Georgia Tech, having joined the faculty in 1989. He is recognized as an international leader in the field of spatial analysis and was among the original creators of space syntax. His work focuses on developing analytical concepts and methods for describing built space and measuring human affordances and functions. His publications explore the geometric and computational foundations of space syntax, the spatial culture of buildings and cities, design formulation, and design languages. Peponis has also conducted significant research in spatial cognition, work environments, and museums. He is a registered architect in Greece and has collaborated with Kokkinou and Kourkoulas Architects as a consultant since 1992.

Research Interests

Spatial Analysis Space Syntax Urban Design Logic Spatial Cognition Work Environments Museums

Awards

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Outstanding Faculty Award

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Dean William L. Fash Annual Award for Teaching Excellence

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Honorary Doctorate

Courses

ARCH6049/ARCH6050: Design Research Studio ARCH4016/4017: Senior Studio ARCH3010: Design Strategies ARCH6228: Analytical Investigations Urban Design ARCH8630: Architecture, Space Culture

Requirements for Georgia Institute of Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in computer science or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
Specialization Notes

Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.