Research · Sensing and representation
KlimaKover
A full-scale radiant cooling pavilion on Governors Island, New York, built with Henning Larsen. I led the measurement and MRT mapping, turning invisible heat into drawings people can read.
View projectClimate-Active Layers · 2020–2026
I treat computation and representation as instruments of environmental design, turning invisible heat, airflow and occupant data into drawings, models and full-scale prototypes that drive design decisions.
- Representation
Drawing and mapping environmental performance: MRT fields, airflow, radiation and comfort made visible.
- Computational processes
Parametric modeling, simulation and control workflows, from Grasshopper tools to AI-assisted generative design.
- Digital–physical making
Sensor-equipped prototypes and built pavilions, tested in the field and published at ACADIA and IC2UHI.
- Teaching
Six terms of design studio, including as lead instructor. Teaching areas: core studio, Media + Modeling and climate-responsive electives.
Index
- 01Computational Design of Human-Centered Adaptive FacadesComputational2022–24
- 02KlimaKoverPerformance2024–26
- 03Thermal Effects of Reflective Pavement CoatingsPerformance2025–26
- 04Bio-Based Refugee Architecture for Climate ResilienceDesign2020–22
- 05The Shape of “L”Design2020
- 06Climate-Responsive Glazing and Thermal Buffer SystemsDesign2020
- 07Passive Ventilation OptimizationDesign2021
- 08Intrinsic NatureDesign2020
- 09Botanic Bridge ElementaryStudent work2025
- 10Thermal Comfort in the CourtyardStudent work2025–26
- 11Green Horizon SchoolStudent work2025
- 12Climate-Responsive School DesignStudent work2025
- 133D-Printed Clay EnvelopeStudent work2025–26
- 14ThermoHiveStudent work2025–26
- 15The Thermal VeilStudent work2025–26
- 16Urban AlveoliStudent work2022
01Computational Design of Human-Centered Adaptive Facades2022–24
02KlimaKover2024–26
03Thermal Effects of Reflective Pavement Coatings2025–26
04Bio-Based Refugee Architecture for Climate Resilience2020–22
05The Shape of “L”2020
06Climate-Responsive Glazing and Thermal Buffer Systems2020
07Passive Ventilation Optimization2021
08Intrinsic Nature2020
09Botanic Bridge Elementary2025
10Thermal Comfort in the Courtyard2025–26
11Green Horizon School2025
12Climate-Responsive School Design2025
133D-Printed Clay Envelope2025–26
14ThermoHive2025–26
15The Thermal Veil2025–26
16Urban Alveoli2022
About
Central to my approach is the connection between design exploration and scientific validation. I develop computational workflows that translate environmental conditions into architectural strategies, integrating simulation, AI-assisted generative design, physical prototyping and field measurements.
My research extends from responsive materials and adaptive building envelopes to passive environmental systems and urban thermal environments, connecting technical performance with spatial experience and human well-being.
Teaching and mentorship are part of the same practice: research, design and education inform one another.
- 2024 – presentPh.D. in Architecture
University of Pennsylvania - 2021 – 2024Ph.D. Studies, Building Performance and Diagnostics
Carnegie Mellon University - 2019 – 2020Master of Environmental Building Design
University of Pennsylvania - 2014 – 2019B.Arch. in Architectural Design
Hunan University
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