Roger Sherman, F AI A
About Roger Sherman, F AI A
Roger Sherman is an Urban Projects Director and Associate Fellow at the NewCities Foundation, recognized for his contributions to urban design and architecture. He has authored several publications and has held various academic and professional roles, including Senior Fellow at the Global Cities Institute and Co-Director at cityLAB/UCLA.
Work at Gensler
Roger Sherman currently holds the position of Urban Projects Director at Gensler, a role he has maintained since 2015. He leads the Urban Impact group within the firm, focusing on urban design and impact projects. Under his leadership, the Urban Impact group has received recognition, including a PA Award from Architecture Magazine. His work at Gensler emphasizes innovative approaches to urban development and design.
Education and Expertise
Roger Sherman earned a Bachelor of Arts in Design of the Environment, graduating Magna Cum Laude from the University of Pennsylvania from 1976 to 1980. He furthered his education at Harvard University Graduate School of Design, where he obtained a Master of Architecture with Distinction, receiving the Henry Adams medal from 1981 to 1985. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in architecture and urban design.
Background
Roger Sherman founded Roger Sherman Architecture and Urban Design in 1990. He has held various academic and professional roles, including Co-Director at cityLAB/UCLA from 2006 to 2015 and Director of the Post-Grad Program at the Southern California Institute of Architecture (SCI-Arc) from 1995 to 2005. He has also served as a visiting critic at prestigious institutions such as Yale University and Rice University.
Achievements
Roger Sherman has authored several publications, including 'Re: American Dream: Six Higher Density Housing Prototypes for Los Angeles' in 1995 and 'LA Under the Influence: the Hidden Logic of Urban Property' in 2011. He co-edited 'Fast Forward Urbanism' with Dana Cuff, also published in 2011. His design work has been recognized with an international design competition win for the West Hollywood Civic Center in 1987.
Lectures and Presentations
Roger Sherman has shared his expertise through lectures at notable venues and events, including TEDx/UCLA, TEDx/LA Public Works, Harvard University, Princeton University, Zocalo Public Square, and the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York. His presentations often focus on urban design, architecture, and the impact of urban development on communities.