Spring Lecture Series 2026: Paul Emmons PhD

Paul Emmons PhD
Patrick and Nancy Lathrop Professor of Architecture; Virginia Tech School of Architecture.

Paul Emmons is a registered architect and the Patrick and Nancy Lathrop Professor of Architecture at Virginia Tech serving as Associate Dean for Graduate Studies for the College of Architecture, Arts and Design. Dr. Emmons is based at the Washington-Alexandria Architecture Center of Virginia Tech where he coordinates the PhD program in architecture and design research. He earned a PhD in Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania (2003) and MArch from the University of Minnesota (1984). His research on the history and theory of architecture practices focusing on drawing and representation has been presented around the world and is widely published, including his book: Drawing, Imagining, Building (2020).

Supported by the Five College Architectural Theory Seminar.