Stuart Bridgett Pe Leed Ap
About Stuart Bridgett Pe Leed Ap
Stuart Bridgett Pe Leed Ap serves as the Associate Director of Buildings Innovation at Sidewalk Labs in New York. He has extensive experience in mechanical engineering and design, having worked with notable firms such as Buro Happold and Arup, and he also teaches at Pratt Institute.
Current Role at Sidewalk Labs
Stuart Bridgett serves as the Associate Director of Buildings Innovation at Sidewalk Labs, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on advancing innovative building practices and technologies. His work emphasizes the integration of energy-efficient systems and sustainable design principles within urban environments. Based in New York, New York, he contributes to projects that aim to reshape urban living through smart design and technology.
Previous Experience at Buro Happold
Stuart Bridgett worked at Buro Happold from 2005 to 2012, where he held the position of Mechanical Engineer for seven years. He later returned to Buro Happold Engineering as an Associate from 2014 to 2017 in the Greater New York City Area. His tenure at Buro Happold provided him with extensive experience in mechanical engineering and project management within the building sector.
Academic Involvement at Pratt Institute
Stuart Bridgett has been a Visiting Assistant Professor at Pratt Institute since 2015. He teaches courses in Environmental Control Systems and an Integrated Design Studio within the Graduate Architecture and Urban Design program. His teaching approach encourages experimentation in low energy philosophy-based design and energy optimization, preparing students for contemporary challenges in architecture and urban design.
Educational Background
Stuart Bridgett completed his education at the University of Warwick, where he earned a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Engineering Design and Appropriate Technology from 1999 to 2002. He also attended Medina High School from 1993 to 1998. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in engineering and design, particularly in the context of sustainable building practices.
Professional Affiliations and Focus Areas
Stuart Bridgett is an active member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). His professional focus includes the electrification of thermal systems and the transition to low-carbon electrical infrastructure. He advocates for the adoption of novel technologies and the deep leverage of digital tools in design, aiming to enhance energy efficiency and sustainability in building projects.