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Sean Ervin

Sean Ervin portrait, white man in a grey suit

Title

Professor of Practice, Architecture Coordinator

Office Building

Chicoine Architecture, Mathematics and Engineering Hall

Office

364

Mailing Address

Chicoine Architecture, Math & Engineering Building 364
School of Design-Box 2225
University Station
Brookings, SD 57007

Biography

Professor Ervin brings 35 years of experience from the Architecture field on projects and designs from small to large. He has a proven background understanding how architecture and design fit into the profession and the built environment. He brings an approach that helps students understand the theory of design and how to balance it with practical realities. He wants to see students ready to inspire and influence their environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, Iowa State University
Master Degree in Architecture, Washington University in St. Louis
Master Degree in Construction Management, Washington University in St. Louis

Academic Interests

Collaborative approaches to all design disciplines
Design Integration of a wholistic design of all design elements
Material and building process impacts from design thinking

Academic Responsibilities

Professor of Practice bringing a deep knowledge of the profession of Architecture into the classroom and studio
Coordinator of the Architecture Program within the School of Design

Awards and Honors

AIA SD Honor Award - TSP Office
AIA SD Honor Award - Sioux Falls University Center
Friends of Iowa Best Development Award - Marshalltown Orpheum Theater Center
AIA SD Honorable Mention - Sioux Falls HHS Center
National Wood Design Overall Competition Winner - Augusta Library
Faculty Honors Recognition in Architecture at Washington University in St. Louis
Tau Sigma Delta Scholar

Professional Memberships

NCARB Certification
American Institute of Architects
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED AP)
WELL Accredited Professional (WELL AP) for the WELL Building Standard

Work Experience

Working in the architecture profession since 1987 throughout Iowa, Missouri, Illinois, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska. Most recent projects: Columbus Wellness Center and Field House and the American Indian Student Center right on the the SDSU campus.

Creative Activities

Researching innovative building materials
Craftsmanship endeavors
Artwork

Department(s)

Links

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