Dr. Perry Kulper

Professor

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Biography

Perry Kulper is a professor at the University of Michigan’s Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning, specializing in architectural design, representation, and theory critique. With 17 years of teaching experience at the Southern California Institute of Architecture in Los Angeles, he has also held visiting positions at prestigious institutions including the University of Pennsylvania and Arizona State University. Kulper completed his Bachelor of Science in Architecture at California Polytechnic State University and earned a Master of Architecture with honors from Columbia University. His professional practice includes collaborations with renowned firms such as Eisenman/Robertson, Robert A.M. Stern Architects, and Venturi, Rauch, Scott Brown Architects. Kulper's research interests delve into the generative potential of architectural drawing and the spatial opportunities presented by diverse design methodologies, underscoring the cultural contributions of architecture. He has published works including Pamphlet Architecture 34, "Fathoming Unfathomable: Archival Ghosts and Paradoxical Shadows," and is co-authoring an upcoming book titled "Contingent Practices" with Professor Nat Chard from University College London. He actively engages in teaching various architecture courses, including advanced design studios and seminars, shaping the next generation of architects.

Research Interests

Courses

ARCH 509, Section 5 Spatial Breeds ARCH 662, Section 1 Thesis Studio ARCH 672, Section 1 Architectural Design VII ARCH 660, Section 1 Thesis Development Seminar ARCH 509, Section 11

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science