Dr. Melissa Harris

Biography

Melissa Harris is an Associate Professor at the Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning, where she teaches Architectural Design and Architectural Representation. With a professional background as a licensed architect, she previously worked with Esherick, Homsey, Dodge and Davis in San Francisco and has experience in various architectural offices across the globe. Harris has a rich academic history, having studied at North Carolina State University and the University of California, Berkeley. Her research interests lie at the intersection of drawing and architecture, employing a sketchbook to analyze and document the built environment. Harris has received accolades for her artistic contributions to architecture, including the Interiors Design Award Jurors Award from the American Society of Architectural Perspectivists. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and she has contributed to numerous publications in architecture journals. She is also dedicated to integrating social aspects into architectural education, evidenced by her initiatives, such as developing a Girl Scout badge focusing on architecture.

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