Marianne Holbert’s research focuses on environmental design, architecture, and integrative design pedagogy. As a licensed architect, she has experience working on diverse projects including award winning net-zero, fossil fuel free & LEED accredited projects. Her design work furthers community-centered, sustainable, and innovative housing solutions. Her research examines the sociocultural, theoretical, and historical foundations of architecture and environmental design. Current research projects explore cross-cultural understanding in design pedagogy and the cultural dimensions of learning in the design studio.
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architecture, architectural design, environmental design, design pedagogy, modern architecture history, architectural theory, affordable housing, net zero construction, renewable energy, sustainability, community engagement, LEED, freehand sketching, culture, education