Dr. Winka Dubbeldam

Professor

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Biography

Winka Dubbeldam is a seasoned academic design leader and Professor Emeritus at the University of Pennsylvania's Stuart Weitzman School of Design. With a Master of Architecture and a Master of Science in Advanced Architectural Design, she has played a pivotal role in curriculum revisions and faculty development. Dubbeldam initiated the acclaimed annual publication "Pressing Matters" and organized several influential conferences focused on future cities and women's contributions to architecture. Her previous role included leading the Post-Professional Architecture program for a decade, enhancing the skills of international students. Dubbeldam has taught at prestigious institutions, including Columbia University, Cornell University, and Harvard University. She has recently served as an External Examiner for the Architectural Association's Design Research Lab in London. Her firm, Archi-Tectonics, is known for innovative designs that have earned several awards, including a Practice Award in 2024. Dubbeldam has exhibited her work in notable venues, including the Venice Architecture Biennale and has published numerous works in international architecture journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

2013-06-01 — 2023-06-30

University of Pennsylvania • Philadelphia, PA

Served as a Professor and Chair at the Stuart Weitzman School of Design, leading innovations in architectural education.

Awards

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Practice Award

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CTBUH Excellence Award

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Architizer A+ Innovation Award

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LUBAN Award

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1st Prize National BIM Competition

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Architizer A+ Masterplan Award

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PLAN Masterplan Award

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Rethinking Future Award

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IDA Gold Award

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THA Hospitality Award

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Honor Award AIANY

Requirements for University of Pennsylvania

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.6
GRE General
Verbal
Required:162
Quantitative
Required:162
Overall
Required:162
GMAT
Total Score
Required:728
Overall
Required:728
TOEFL
Total
Required:115
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
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