Dr. Mazen Sakr

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Biography

Mazen Sakr is a lecturer in Architectural Design, with a professional background that combines academia and practice. His academic pursuits involve the exploration of form-making techniques and studies in descriptive geometry, in addition to local historic precedents and contemporary construction techniques. One of his notable essays, 'Consequential Forms; Blur Moments Sculpture Architecture,' examines the evolution of the discipline of sculpture and the Abstract Expressionism Movement of the 1970s, arguing how architecture can engage with sculpture. Additionally, Mazen is a Senior Associate at Anmahian Winton Architects in Cambridge. His completed projects include the award-winning Gemma Astronomical Observatory and the installation 'Left Passage – Right Passage' in Amman, Jordan, which explores the movement through a complex historical geological site known as Wadi Rum. Other significant projects involve the renovation of the Knafel Center at the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Studies, Harvard University, and the Capital Vista Tower in Ankara, Turkey. His work also features the design of an urban masterplan for Winchester, MA, and the award-winning Community Rowing Boathouse in Allston, MA. Mazen's contributions have advanced the firm's focus on socially innovative projects and product development in furniture, lighting, and sound design.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Lecturer in Architectural Design, teaching students about form-making techniques and contemporary construction methods.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.