Byron Mardas
About Byron Mardas
Byron Mardas is an Associate Environmental Designer at Foster + Partners, where he has worked since 2014. He specializes in solar assessment and daylight simulation, and also teaches computational methods at the Architectural Association in London.
Work at Foster and Partners
Byron Mardas has held the position of Associate Environmental Designer at Foster + Partners since 2014. In this role, he focuses on environmental assessment and improvement of projects globally. Mardas integrates environmental thinking into the design process, utilizing parametric and dynamic techniques to enhance project outcomes. His experience at Foster + Partners spans a decade, contributing to various initiatives that prioritize sustainability in architectural design.
Education and Expertise
Byron Mardas studied at the National Technical University of Athens, where he earned a Master's degree in Architecture from 2004 to 2011. He furthered his education at the Architectural Association, achieving a Master of Science in Design from 2012 to 2013. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his work in environmental design, particularly in computational methods, which he teaches in the Sustainable Environmental Design master’s programme at the Architectural Association School of Architecture.
Background
Mardas has been part of the Architectural Association as Graduate Teaching Staff since 2013, contributing to the education of future architects. His teaching role complements his professional work, allowing him to share his expertise in sustainable design practices. Mardas's background combines practical experience in environmental design with academic instruction, positioning him as a knowledgeable figure in the field.
Achievements in Environmental Design Tools
As part of the ladybug.tools team, Byron Mardas developed tools related to solar assessment and daylight simulation. These tools are widely utilized within the environmental engineering community, reflecting his commitment to advancing methodologies in environmental design. His work focuses on creating new tools that enhance workflow for both in-house and public use, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of environmental design projects.