Designing Sustainable Futures

Stefan Al is a architect and urban planner who is dedicated to creating sustainable and vibrant urban environments. Through his design practice, Stefan Al Architects, and his role as an associate professor of urban policy and planning at Hunter College in New York, he focuses on the critical issues of urban design, housing, and sustainability. By bridging the gap between academia and practice, Stefan ensures that his designs are grounded in cutting-edge research and best practices.

Licensed Architect, New York
Licensed Architect, Netherlands
LEED Accredited Professional (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
PhD, City and Regional Planning, UC Berkeley

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Architecture and Urban Design Projects

Stefan’s portfolio encompasses a diverse range of projects, from mixed-use master plans to high rise towers, including the 2000-feet tall Canton Tower, which briefly held the title of the world’s tallest tower. He also worked on a variety of tech campuses, office buildings, apartment buildings, hotels and resorts for international clients.

Books

A prolific author and researcher, Stefan has published eight books on topics such as high-rise architecture, urban sustainability, and climate adaptation. They have been widely acclaimed including by The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Architectural Record, The Times and NPR. The Strip: Las Vegas and the Architecture of the American Dream was honored with the Independent Publisher Book Award, while Beyond Mobility: Planning Cities for People and Places, which he co-authored, received the National Urban Design Award.

Media Appearances

Stefan is a sought-after commentator on prominent media platforms, including CNN, CBS, the Science Channel, and NPR, where he shares his expert insights on urban design, architecture, and sustainability. His expersise is also sought after by various professional organizations and government entities. He has served as an advisor to the Hong Kong government and has been invited to speak at institutions such as the United Nations High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development, Smithsonian Institute, Urban Land Institute, Urban Green Council, Asia Society, and TED.

TED

Recognized for his innovative approach to urban design, Stefan was selected as a TED Resident, and several of his videos have garnered over 2 million views.

Let’s Connect

Whether you'd like to discuss potential collaborations, speaking engagements, or have media inquiries please feel free to reach out. You can email us at info@stefanal.com or find Stefan on LinkedIn and Instagram.