Dr. Wesley Mcgee

Associate Professor

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Biography

Wes McGee is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan's Alfred Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning. He received his Master of Industrial Design and Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. His expertise lies in integrating advanced manufacturing technologies with design-driven workflows, particularly in architectural production and material processes. Wes is co-founder and partner at Matter Design, where he engages in innovative architectural practices that leverage robotic fabrication and digital tools for creating sustainable and performative designs. His research investigates the intersection of architecture, engineering, and material production to develop efficient methodologies that enhance the built environment. McGee's work has gained recognition through numerous awards, including the Finalist position for the PS1 Young Architects Program at MoMA in 2019 and the Merit Award from Architect Magazine in 2018. He has published extensively on topics related to robotics and design optimization in construction.

Research Interests

Awards

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Finalist, PS1 Young Architects Program

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Merit Award

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Award for Innovative Research

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Honorable Mention

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Boston Design Biennial

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Architectural League Prize Young Designers

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Product of the Year

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