Gorham Bird

EDUCATION
Master of Science in Architectural Conservation, University of Michigan
Bachelor of Architecture, Auburn University
Bachelor of Interior Architecture, Auburn University

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Architect in State of Georgia and Michigan

Gorham Bird is Assistant Professor of Architecture, where he teaches first-year design studio and visual communication. Bird’s interests and research explore Architecture as an artifact of culture, documenting the political, social and historical past. His research confronts issues related to architectural conservation, adaptive reuse, and reimagining possible futures for cities’ symbols of economic neglect. Prior to joining Auburn, Bird practiced professionally with Atlanta firm Houser Walker Architecture working on complex adaptive reuse projects, renovations and additions within monumental historic settings. He is a Registered Architect in the State of Georgia and Michigan.

RESEARCH INTERESTS
Architectural Conservation, Adaptive Reuse, Historic Preservation, Architectural Representation, Interior Architecture