Over 60% of our faculty are actively engaged in creative and professional practice while teaching in our programs. These faculty work in top design studios, development firms and agencies in the Baltimore-Washington area, bringing their expertise and talent into the classroom for the next generation of practitioners.
Highlighted Professional Practice Projects
UMD Professor “LEEDs” the Way in Sustainable Building Design
Net-Zero High School Makes the Grade in National Competition
UMD Brings Home Victory at 2026 Maryland AIA Awards
Students, Faculty and Alums Honored for Design Excellence at Annual Regional Competition
Making (an Even Greater) College Park
Big changes are afoot near the University of Maryland’s flagship campus.
Prime Real Estate
What’s the secret to making it in the development business? A graduating undergrad takes a seat with an industry veteran to find out.
Extreme Makeovers: White House Edition
From Plumbing to Promenades, UMD Alum Deconstructs 5 Major Changes to the People's House
Restoring Community to a Little-Known Part of Gotham
Alumni Profile: Scott Metzner ‘82