Koichiro Aitani, Ph.D

Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018))

Koichiro Aitani, Ph.D.

Japanese 1st Class Architect: Professional Registration Number #336230 Associate Department Head for Undergraduate Programs, Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, 3137 TAMU, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX 77843. Email: [email protected]. Tel: 979.845.3218

The following list highlights the grants, awards, recognitions, achievements, and impacts resulted from Koichiro Aitani’s work. More detailed information about each highlight can be found in CV.

HIGHLIGHTS Research • Publication in “Urban Catalyst”, Shokokusha Publication, Ltd., Japan. ISBN: 978-4395320998 • Doctoral Dissertation “Research on Urban Catalyst for City Center’s Sustainable Regeneration”, Human-Environment Studies, Kyushu University, Japan • PI, The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Grant, 2018-2020 • Co-PI, The Japan Architectural Education and Information Center Grants, 2012-2015, 2017 • Publication in “Basic Studies in Environmental Knowledge, Technology, Evaluation, and Strategy - Introduction to East Asia Environmental Studies”, Springer, Japan.

ISBN: 978-4431558170

Teaching • Visiting Professor, Kyushu University, Japan, 2013-present • Developed graduate courses (ARCH689 Japanese Architecture: Theory and History, and ARCH664 Urban Design for Architect) receiving excellent student evaluations • Developed Texas A&M University “Study Abroad Japan Program (CARC 685)” • Committee Member for 2 Ph.D. students, Chair for 8, Co-Chair for 7 and Member for 14 Master’s Students (M. Arch and M. UP), 2013-present

Service • LSPA Program (Language for Specific Purposes, Architecture Program) with Kyushu University, Japan • Member, “Strategic sub-committee for International Validity and Portability of Architectural Education, The Architectural Institute of Japan, 2017-present • Translation of the book, “Public Space Design with Citizens’ Participation – Creative Collaboration of Citizens, Municipalities, and Specialists in Himeji City”, X-Knowledge, Japan. ISBN: 978-4767819822 • English Proof-Reading of the book, “DNA of Shimokitazawa: New Horizons for a Livable and Attractive Neighborhood”, X-Knowledge, Japan. ISBN: 978-4767819839

Practice • Professional experience in three architectural design firms

Award • Design Awards, Worked as a design architect of Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, Inc. - Design Competition (1st Prize): Euston Station Redevelopment Master Plan, London, UK (18ha, 2003) - International Design Competition (1st Prize): NATO Headquarters, Brussel, Belgium (UK, US, Belgian consortium, Local Firm: Assar, 250,000m2, Competition Phase in 2001 - 2002, Construction completed in 2016) - International Design Competition (1st Prize): Cathedral of Christ the Light, Oakland, USA (250,000ft2, Design in 2001, Construction completed in 2007) 1 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018)

Koichiro Aitani, Ph.D.

EDUCATION

Ph.D. in Human-Environment Studies, Kyushu University, Japan, 2015

Major Urban Design, Planning and Disaster Management (Doctorate by way of Dissertation) Dissertation Research on Urban Catalyst for City Center’s Sustainable Regeneration Committee Prof. Takeru Sakai (Chair, Architecture and Urban Design) Prof. Takafumi Arima (Architecture and Urban Design) Prof. Yoshiki Hori (Architecture and Urban Design) Prof. Prasanna Divigalpitiya (Architecture and Urban Design)

Master of Architecture, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, 1994-1997

Thesis Architecture Exists Between Man and Time Committee Prof. Robert J. Dunay (Chair, Architecture) Prof. Dennis J. Kilper Prof. Joseph L. Mashburn Prof. Pia Sarpaneva Prof. Heinrich Schnoedt Prof. Michael J. O’Brien (Chairman of Graduate Program)

Bachelor of Engineering, Kyushu University, Japan, 1989-1994

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ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS

Associate Professor (Tenure Track)

Associate Department Head for Undergraduate Programs, Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University, 2018/09 - present Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University, 2013/09 - present

Visiting Professor

Department of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environment Studies, Kyushu University, 2013/10 – 2016/03, 2016/08 - present Promotion for International Affair, Organizer and instructor for LSPA Program (Language for Specific Purposes, Architecture Program) http://history.arch.kyushu-u.ac.jp/LSPAHP/introduction/index.html

Associate Professor (Non Tenure: Project Based Contract)

Department of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environment Studies, Kyushu University, 2009/01 – 2013/03

HONORS AND AWARDS

Research Awards, Recognitions, and Impacts

Publication in Selected Papers from ISHED Conference 2012, JHED

1. Koichiro Aitani, Kanako Matsuyama, & Takafumi Arima (2013, March). “Impact on Performance Places through Urban Morphology and Transformation -Case of Awa Dance Festival in Tokushima, Japan”, Selected Papers from ISHED Conference 2012, Shanghai, Journal of Habitat Engineering and Design, pp.35-42. ISBN

Nomination to the Celebration of Excellence, Texas A&M University Master of Architecture Student Department of Architecture celebrates the outstanding performances of selected students through a ceremony held annually at the end of each spring term, "The Celebration of Excellence" 5-6 candidates are nominated from 50 graduating students.

As a chair/studio instructor 1. Michael Clariday (2018, May). “Micro Dwelling” 2. Meredith Hayford (2017, May). “Double Barrel Brewhouse”

As a committee member 3. Nathanielle Sybico (2017, May). “Urban Intervention at Kaizuka Station” 4. Yesenia Suchil (2015, May). “Reclaiming Vacancies” 5. Erik Larsen (2015, May). “Something Big” Something Big 3 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018) As an adviser 6. Farzad Golestanirad (2014, May). “The Space Between”

Nomination to the Texas Student Project Award, American Planning Association (APA) Master of Urban Planning Student As a committee member 7. Saima Musharrat (2017, May). “Reclaiming Vacancies: A Community Revitalization and Resilience Strategy”

Design Awards, Worked as a design architect in a team for Skidmore, Owings and Merrill, LLP. 1. Design Competition (2nd Prize) : Re-Enveloping for AXA Tower, Paris, France (2004) 2. Design Competition (1st Prize): Euston Station Redevelopment Master Plan, London, UK (18ha, 2003) 3. Design Competition (2nd Prize): Carlisle Pier Redevelopment, Dublin, Ireland (40,000m2, 2003) 4. International Design Competition (1st Prize, 2003): NATO Headquarters, Brussel, Belgium (UK, US, Belgian consortium, Local Firm: Assar, 250,000 m2, Competition Phase in 2001- 2002, Construction completed in 2016) 5. International Design Competition (1st Prize, 2002): Cathedral of Christ the Light, Oakland, USA (250,000 ft2, Design in 2001, Construction completed in 2007) 6. International Design Competition (1st Prize, 2000): Saadiyat Island, UAE (50,000 Population, 25km2, 2000)

GRANTS

External Research Grants

Funded External Grants as PI Total award amount: JPN 6,240,000 (USD $56,500) Amount attributable to Aitani: JPN 6,240,000 (USD $56,500) From 2018 to 2020

1. PI, Grants-in-Aid for Scientific Research, The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, Japan. Equivalent to the National Science Foundation (NSF) of the United States, JPN 6,240,000 (USD $56,500) Grant Period: 2018-2020. "Research on Urban Catalyst for Urban Regeneration”. (Role: Attending Conferences, Collection of Information, Hearing Interviews, Site Surveys, Analyzing and Documenting),

Funded External Grants as Co-PI Total award amount: JPN 6,000,000 (USD $52,500) Amount attributable to Aitani: JPN 3,000,000 (USD $26,250) (Based on effort distributions among 2 members in the projects) From 2011 to 2016 and 2017 to 2018

1. Co-PI, The Japan Architectural Education and Information Center. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2017-2018. "Study on Integrated Path for Licensure in the USA” with Prof. Tomoaki Tanaka, Meiji University (PI). (Role: Attending Conference, Collection of Information, Hearing Interviews, Analyzing and Documenting) 4 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018)

2. Co-PI, The Japan Architectural Education and Information Center. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2015-2016. "Study on Joint & Continuity for Educational & Practical Aspect of Architecture Internship" with Prof. Tomoaki Tanaka, Meiji University (PI). (Role: Attending Conference, Collection of Information, Hearing Interviews, Analyzing and Documenting)

3. Co-PI, The Japan Architectural Education and Information Center. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2014-2015. "Study on Joint & Continuity & Polymerization for Educational & Practical Aspect of Architecture Licensing System" with Prof. Tomoaki Tanaka, Meiji University (PI). (Role: Attending Conference, Collection of Information, Hearing Interviews, Analyzing and Documenting)

4. Co-PI, The Japan Architectural Education and Information Center. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2013-2014. "Study on Possibility and Adaptability of 4+2 Systems for Educational Aspect of Architecture Licensing System" with Prof. Tomoaki Tanaka, Meiji University (PI). (Role: Attending Conference, Collection of Information, Hearing Interviews, Analyzing and Documenting)

5. Co-PI, The Japan Architectural Education and Information Center. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2012-2013. "Study on Adaptability and Interoperability for Architecture Licensing System and Architecture Education" with Prof. Tomoaki Tanaka, Meiji University (PI). (Role: Attending Conference, Collection of Information, Hearing Interviews, Analyzing and Documenting)

6. Co-PI, The Japan Architectural Education and Information Center. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2011-2012. "Study on Global Architectural Qualification and Educational System" with Prof. Tomoaki Tanaka, Meiji University (PI). (Role: Attending Conference, Collection of Information, Hearing Interviews, Analyzing and Documenting)

Funded Invited Presentations Total award amount: USD $39,140 Amount attributable to Aitani: USD $29,140 *Please see Page 16-18

Funded Workshop (Organizer) Participated as one of the leading organizers and chief coordinator Total award amount: USD $477,040 Amount attributable to Aitani: USD $80,250 *Please see Page 24-27 5 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018)

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Architectural Practice

2009-2010, Consulting Partner 2007-2008, Partner OM Sekkei, Tokyo, Japan, Participated in architectural design (including schematic design, design development, 3D modeling, computer rendering, and construction document and construction management) for the following projects:

1. Homyo-ji Temple & Residence House, Tokyo: Project Director (655.5 m2, construction completed in 2009) 2. Hatate Vacation House, Shizuoka: Project Director (215.0 m2, construction completed in 2009) 3. Isomatsu House, Tokyo: Project Director (95.0m2, construction completed in 2008) 4. Akebono Group Home: Project Director (309.0 m2, construction completed in 2008)

2001-2007, Senior Architect Skidmore Owings and Merrill, Inc. London, UK, Participated in architectural design (including schematic design, design development, and construction document) for the following projects:

1. IGD Tower Residential, Warsaw, Poland: Leading Design Team (Schematic Design, Design Development), (30,000m2, Design Phase 2006, Construction completed in 2010) 2. Castleland Headquarter Bldg. Cork, Ireland: Design Team (Schematic Design), (19,000m2, 2007) 3. Quebecway Mixed Use Development, London, UK: Leading Design Team (Schematic Design, Design Development), (50,000m2, 2004-2005) 4. Victoria Harbor Redevelopment Master Plan, Hartlepool, UK: in charge of Design (Master Plan), (130ha, 2004) 5. Design Competition (2nd Prize): Re-Enveloping for AXA Tower, Paris, France: Competition Phase, Team member (2004) 6. Design Competition (1st Prize): Competition Phase, in charge of Design (Master Plan), Euston Station Redevelopment Master Plan, London, UK (18 ha, 2003) 7. Design Competition (2nd Prize): Competition Phase, in charge of Design (Residence), Carlisle Pier Redevelopment, Dublin, Ireland (40,000m2, 2003) 8. International Design Competition (1st Prize): NATO Headquarters, Brussel, Belgium: Competition Phase, in charge of Design (Sports Facility, Media Facility, Restaurant Facility, and Utility Facility), (UK, US, Belgian consortium, Local Firm: Assar, 250,000 m2, competition Phase 2001-2002, Construction completed in 2016), € 200,000 9. Pan Peninsula Residential Complex, London, UK: Design Team (Schematic Design, Design Development & Construction Documents), (70,000m2, Design Phase 2001- 2003, construction completed in 2008) 10. Cross Harbor Mixed Use Redevelopment, London, UK: Leading Design Team (Schematic Design, Design Development & Construction Documents), (140,000m2, Design Phase 2001-2004, Construction completed in 2009)

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1999 - 2001, Senior Architect Skidmore Owings and Merrill, LLP. San Francisco, USA. Participated in architectural design (including schematic design, design development, and construction document) for the following projects:

1. International Design Competition (1st Prize): Cathedral of Christ the Light, Oakland, USA: Competition Phase, in charge of Design (Administration Section, Conference, School, and Parking), (250,000 ft2, Construction completed in 2007) 2. Block 2 Office Tower, San Jose, USA: Design Team (Schematic Design, Design Development & Construction Documents), (65,000m2, 2000-2001) 3. International Design Competition (1st Prize): Saadiyat Island, UAE: Design Team (Master Plan), (50,000 Population, 25km2, 2000） 4. Tai Ho Bay Newtown Master Plan, Hong Kong: Design Team (Master Plan), (100ha, 1999-2000）

1997-1999, Junior Architect / Urban Designer Thompson Design Group, Inc. Boston, USA. Participated in architectural design & Urban Design (including schematic design and design development) for the following projects:

1. Maxell Coffee House Redevelopment Master Plan, Hoboken, USA (4ha, 1999) 2. Design Guideline for Long Branch Redevelopment Plan, New Jersey, USA (1997-1998) 3. Landscape Design for Ocean Boulevard, , New Jersey, USA (2 miles, 1998-1999) 4. Long Branch Downtown Master Plan, New Jersey, USA (60ha, 1998) 5. Master Plan Proposal for South Boston Seaport District with Local Community, Boston, USA (40ha, 250,000m2, 1998) 6. Design Competition (2nd Prize): Pittsburgh Convention Center, Pittsburgh, USA (Collaboration with Arquitectonica, 139,000 m2, 1998)

1992-1993, Intern Architect Takeda Architect and Associates, Inc., Fukuoka, Japan. Participated in architectural design of private company’s multi-family apartments and dormitory buildings.

1991, Summer Intern Tadao Ando Architect and Associates, Osaka, Japan. Participated in preparing exhibition works for MoMA (The Museum of Modern Art).

1989-1990, Intern Architect Takeda Architect and Associates, Inc., Fukuoka, Japan. Participated in architectural design of multi-family residential.

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PUBLICATIONS

Peer-reviewed Journals

Journal of Technology and Design is the top venue for researchers of architecture, architecture engineer in Japan. The Architecture Institute of Japan (AIJ) was established in 1951, and ever since it has been leading for both academia and practice. Over 600 reviewers review papers, and acceptance rate is around 40-50%.

Journal of The City Planning Institute of Japan is the top venue for researchers of urban planning, urban design in Japan. The City Planning Institute of Japan (CPIJ) was established in 1951, and ever since it has been leading for both academia and practice. Over 600 reviewers review papers, and acceptance rate is around 40-50%.

JHED (Journal of Habit Engineering and Design) is issued by the first cross- disciplinary researcher’s network, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), and established by the top ranked universities in Asia: architecture, urban design, landscape, architecture engineering in mechanical and structure in 2011. ISHED organization is now named to IASUR (International Alliance for Sustainable Urbanization and Regeneration) and operated at the University of Tokyo. Acceptance rate is around 50- 70%.

1. Aitani, K. & Tanaka, T. (2018, June). “Investigation on Application for Integrated Path to Architectural Licensure in America - Consideration on Introduction of New Curriculum toward Articulation and Integration of the Three Requirements for Architecture Licensure- “. AIJ Journal of Technology and Design, Vol. 24, No.57, pp.877-882

2. Aitani, K. & Tanaka, T. (2017, October). “Investigation On Intern Development System For Architects ㏌ America −Consideration on establishment of training system in line with practice −“. AIJ Journal of Technology and Design, Vol. 23, No.55, pp.1069-1074

3. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2017, October). “Recent Revisions On Architect License System ㏌ The United States Of America −Consideration on articulation and integration of the three requirements for the licensure−“, AIJ Journal of Technology and Design, Vol. 23, No.55, pp.1063-1068,

4. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2017, February). “Investigation on Accreditation Systems for Architectural Education – Comparative Study on Professional Education for Licensure in Japan, Republic of Korea, and United States of America -”, AIJ Journal of Technology and Design, Vol.23 No.53, pp.313-318.

5. Aitani, K. (2016, September). "Idea Store of London –Integration of Library and Learning Center in Response to Resident’s Needs". Library Today, Vol.54 No.3, pp.114-123.

6. Aitani, K. & Arima, T. (2013, September). "Potential of Significant Urban Fabric Revealed during Awa Dance Festival in regards to Urban Regeneration –Case Study of Tokushima Awa Dance Festival". Journal of Habitat Engineering and Design. Vol.5 No.2, pp.23-32. ISSN 2186- 6503

7. Aitani, K., Matsuyama, K. & Arima, T. (2013, March). “Impact on Performance Places through Urban Morphology and Transformation -Case of Awa Dance Festival in Tokushima, Japan”, Selected Papers from ISHED Conference 2012, Shanghai, Journal of Habitat Engineering and Design, pp.35-42. ISSN 2186-6503

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8. Aitani, K., Matsuyama, K., Takayama, T. & Arima, T. (2012, October). “Characteristics and Issues clarified from the Comparison between Spatial Condition and Management of Four Largest Awa Dancing Festivals - Case Study of Tokushima, Koenji, Minami-Koshigaya and Yamato”, Journal of The City Planning Institute of Japan, Vol.47 No. 3, pp.589-594. ISSN 1348-284X

9. Takeda, H., Arima, T. & Aitani, K. (2012, October). “Comparative Evaluation of the Performance for Pedestrian Rambling in City Center of Kyushu Region”, Journal of The City Planning Institute of Japan, Vol.47 No. 3, pp.391-396. ISSN 1348-284X

Peer-reviewed Conference Proceedings

ACSA (The Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, membership association founded in 1912 to advance the quality of architectural education. The school membership in ACSA has grown from 10 charter members to over 250 schools in several membership categories. These include full membership for all accredited programs in the United States and government-sanctioned schools in Canada, candidate membership for schools seeking accreditation, and affiliate membership for schools for two-year and international programs. Through these schools, over 5,000 architecture faculties are represented. In addition, over 500 supporting members composed of architecture firms, product associations and individuals add to the breadth of interest and support of ACSA goals.

APSA (The Asian Planning Schools Association) is a non-profit and non-political association that aims at providing opportunities for scholars and planners to discuss issues related to planning, to exchange opinions and understand problems of planning in Asian countries, and to foster new generations of academics and professional planners in Asia. 1st International congress was held in Tokyo in 1991, and has held the international congress every two years.

ISUF (International Seminar on Urban Form) is the international organization of urban form for researchers and practitioners. It was inaugurated in 1994, bringing together urban morphologists worldwide. It seeks to advance research and practice in fields concerned with the built environment. Members are drawn from several disciplines, including architecture, geography, history, sociology and town planning.

1. Aitani, K. & Yoshinaga, S. (2018, June). “Economic Impact Generated by the Public Open Space: Case Study of Klyde Warren Park". Proceedings of 2018 ACSA International Conference, Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA), Madrid, Spain.

2. Aitani, K. (2017, October). “Olympic as Urban Catalyst: Strategy for Urban Regeneration - Case of London Olympic and Legacy Plan- ". Proceedings of 14th International Congress of Asian Planning Schools Association (APSA), Beijing, China

3. Aitani, K. & Sathaye, K.V. (2017, September). “New York High Line as Urban Catalyst: Impact to Neighborhood”, Proceedings of the 24th International Seminar on Urban Form (ISUF), Valencia, Spain

4. Aitani, K. (2017, September). “The Idea Stores as Urban Catalyst to uplift the Life of Residents in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets”, O-0271, International Union of Architects (UIA) 2017 Seoul World Architects Congress, Seoul, Korea

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5. Aitani, K. (2017, May). “ARTs as Catalyst: Strategy for Urban Regeneration -Case of Benesse Art Site Naoshima-", 7th Conference on the Constructed Environment (CEC) 2017, Krakow, Poland

6. Aitani, K. (2016, December). "Study on typical renewal projects in Japan", Proceedings of the 23rd International Seminar on Urban Form (ISUF), pp. 234-244. Digital Media press of Nanjing University

7. Aitani, K., Sakai, T. & Kobayashi, M. (2015, August). "Design Theory and Strategy for Re- Editing Fragmented Cities - Sustainable Design Camp and International Architectural & Urban Design Workshop". Proceedings of 13th International Congress of Asian Planning Schools Association (APSA), Johor Bahru, Malaysia.

8. Aitani, K. & Arima, T. (2014, July). "Study on Regeneration of Downtown Area through Infrastructure Development as Urban Catalyst –Case Study of Tokushima City’s Regional Resource: Shin-machi River’s Frontage Development". Proceedings of 21st International Seminar on Urban Form (ISUF), Porto, Portugal.

9. Aitani, K. & Arima, T. (2014, June). "Urban Catalyst: Regeneration of Downtown Area through Community Development". Proceedings of 2014 ACSA/AIK International Conference, Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA), Seoul, Korea.

10. Aitani, K. & Arima, T. (2013, November). "Study on Urban Catalyst as Urban Regeneration in Shrinking Society –Case Study of Haruyoshi District, Fukuoka City". Proceedings of 12th International Congress of Asian Planning Schools Association (APSA), Taipei, Taiwan.

11. Aitani, K., Matsuyama, K. & Arima, T. (2012, October). “Impact on Performance Places through Urban Morphology and Transformation -Case of Awa Dance Festival in Tokushima, Japan”, Proceedings of 1st International Conference of ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Session 4 No.1 in CD-ROM, Tongji University, Shanghai, China.

12. Aitani, K. & Divigalpitiya, P. (2012, October). “Design Education for Sustainable Architecture and Urban Systems -Case of the Joint Workshop of Kyushu University and the University of Moratuwa”, Proceedings of 1st International Conference of ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Session 5 No. 6 in CD-ROM, Tongji University, Shanghai, China.

13. Aitani, K. & Tanaka, T. (2012, October). “Diversity of Architectural Qualification System in Asian Countries and Influences from USA and UK System”, Proceedings of 1st International Conference of ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Session 9 No.6 in CD-ROM, Tongji University, Shanghai, China.

14. Aitani, K., Kobayashi, M., Deguchi, A., Ariga, T., Bosselmann, P., Pellegrini, S. (2010, November). “On Karatsu International Architectural and Urban Design Workshop 2010”, Proceedings of the 8th ISAIA (International Symposium on Architecture Interchanges in Asia, Session D No.43 in CD-ROM, Kitakyushu, Japan

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Peer-reviewed Book

1. Aitani, K. (2017, December), “Urban Catalyst – from Practice of Urban Regeneration”, pp. 01- 234, Shokokusha Publication, Ltd., Japan. ISBN978-4395320998

Peer-reviewed Book Chapters

1. Nakamura, H. & Aitani, K. (2016, March), Chapter 20, “Foundation for the Establishment of Urban and Environmental Plans in Asia and the Required Practical Education”, ‘Basic Studies in Environmental Knowledge, Technology, Evaluation, and Strategy -Introduction to East Asia Environmental Studies’, pp. 273- 286, Springer Japan, Japan. ISBN978-4431558194

2. Aitani, K. (2015, March), Chapter 10, “Design Workshop as Pedagogy on Collaborative Practice”, ‘Towards the Realization of Sustainable Low Carbon City, Kyushu University RIEAE Collection Ⅶ’, pp.159-182, Hana-Shoin, Japan. ISBN978-4865610246

3. Nakamura, H. & Aitani, K. (2015, March), Chapter 21, “Planning Education on Urban Environment Studies”, ‘Handbook on East Asia Environmental Studies’, pp.311-324, Hana- Shoin, Japan. ISBN978-4865610307

4. Architecture Institute of Japan, Aitani, K. (2012, May), Chapter on Workshop, “Shift from Internationalization to Globalization in Architectural Education and Practice”, ‘Karatsu Re Editing a Fragmented City’, pp.108-110, Kajima Publishing, Japan. ISBN978-4306072954

Non-Peer-reviewed Monograph

1. Aitani, K., Ikeda, S., Iwamizu, K., Yamaya, Y., Kataoka, M. & Ogawa, T. (2018, March). Chief Editor, "LSPA Project Collection". Language for Specific Purposes, Architecture Program, Kyushu University, Japan.

2. Aitani, K., Tijerina, L., Huo, P. & Cloat, E. (2017, December). Chief Editor, "Recommendations for Itoshima City of Western Part of Ito Campus of Kyushu University". Textbook for the Sustainable Design Camp, Kyushu University, Japan. ISBN978-4865611243

3. Aitani, K., Sybico, N., Dedeke, T. & Devdas, A. (2016, December). Chief Editor, "Post- Hakozaki Campus Redevelopment". Textbook for the Sustainable Design Camp, Kyushu University, Japan. ISBN978-4865610901

4. Aitani, K. & Clarke, K. (2016, March). Chief Editor, “Re-activation of Haruyoshi 2015, Fukuoka". Textbook for the Sustainable Design Camp, Kyushu University, Japan. ISBN978- 4865610611

5. Aitani, K., Larsen, E. & Svoboda, K. (2015, March). Chief Editor, "Recommendations for Regeneration of Urban Brownfield, Hazaribagh, Dhaka". Textbook for the Sustainable Design Camp, Kyushu University, Japan. ISBN978-4865610215

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6. Kanno, T., Sakai, T., Shimaoka, T., Aitani, K., Divigalpitiya, P. & Nakamura, H. (2014, March). Chief Editor, "Re-Birth of Kilpipur: Awareness of Gifted Nature and Cultural Landscape for Wellbeing of Citizens". Textbook for the Sustainable Design Camp, Kyushu University, Japan. ISBN978-4905324898

7. Peng, Z., Deguchi, A., Minoura, E. Shima, N., Aitani, K. & Sumiyoshi, D. (2013, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Sustainable Design Camp 2012, Ho Chi Minh City”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.8, pp.50-65, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

8. Aitani, K. (2012, December). Chief Editor, "Re-Generation of Ho Chi Minh City as Re-Cyclic Town". Textbook for the Sustainable Design Camp, Kyushu University, Japan.

9. Kanno, T., Sakai, T. & Aitani, K. (2012, December). Chief Editor, "Towards the Realization of a Leading Compact City, Fukuoka -Re-Discovering its Identity as a Port Town". Textbook for the Sustainable Design Camp, Kyushu University, Japan.

10. Aitani, K. & Divigalpitiya, P. (2012, March). Chief Editor, "Re-Generation of Wanathamulla as an Engine of Colombo Development". Textbook for the Sustainable Design Camp, Kyushu University, Japan.

11. Deguchi, A., Minoura, E., Aitani, K., Yim, K., Divigalpitiya, P. & Sumiyoshi, D. (2012, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Sustainable Design Camp & Exercise: East Asia Project Study”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.6, pp.50-63, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

12. Deguchi, A., Minoura, E. & Aitani, K. (2011, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Korea Research Camp II: Preservation and Re-creation of the City”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.4, pp.76-81, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

13. Deguchi, A., Minoura, E. & Aitani, K. (2011, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Fukuoka Research Camp: Seeking for Fukuoka Style ‘Sustainable Design’”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.4, pp.82-93, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

14. Deguchi, A., Minoura, E. & Aitani, K. (2011, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Fostering Experts for Realization of Sustainable Cities - International Research Camp”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.4, pp.94-105, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

15. Suehiro, K. & Aitani, K. (2011, March). Editor, "Inter_Change –Design and Planning Education, School of Architecture and Urban Design Kyushu University 2009-2010". Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering / Department of Urban Design, Disaster Management, Department of Architecture, Graduate School of Human-Environment Studies, Kyushu University, Japan. ISBN978-4944005093

16. Deguchi, A., Minoura, E. & Aitani, K. (2010, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Fukuoka Research Camp: Seeking for Fukuoka Style ‘Sustainable Design’”, Journal of Asian 13 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018)

Urbanism, No.2, pp.88-97, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

17. Deguchi, A., Minoura E., & Aitani, K. (2010, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Fostering Experts for Realization of Sustainable Cities – International Research Camp”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.2, pp.98-111, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

18. Deguchi, A., Minoura, E. & Aitani, K. (2009, September). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “International Research Camp”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.1, pp.78-89, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

19. Deguchi, A., Suehiro, K. Aitani, K. & Akiyoshi, M. (2009, March). Editor, "Sustainable Vision –Design and Planning Education, School of Architecture and Urban Design Kyushu University 2007-2008". ‘Shoyo-Kai’, the Alumni Association of Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Kyushu University, Japan. ISBN978-4-944005-05-5

Photo Essay, Book Review, Invited Article

Photo Essay

1. Aitani, K. (2015, July). Photo Essay, "Festival City of Awa Dance, View of Architect", 'Awa- Raku Vol. 4', pp.058-060, Sarugaku-sha, Japan. ISBN978-4907426019

2. Aitani, K. (2013, July). Photo Essay, "Awa Dance as a Catalyst for Urban Regeneration", 'Awa- Raku Vol. 2', pp.100-101, Sarugaku-sha, Japan. ISBN978-4907426002

Book Review

1. Aitani, K. (2011, September). Book Review, “The Making of Hong Kong: From Vertical to Volumetric”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.5, p.103, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

2. Yamaguchi, K., Aitani, K. & Sumiyoshi, D. (2010, September). Article, “Workshop of Sustainable Architecture and Urbanism”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.3, pp.82-89, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

3. Aitani, K. (2009, September). Book Review, “Sustainable Vision – Design Education of Architecture and Urban Design at Kyushu University in 2007-2008”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.1, p.93, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

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Invited Article

1. Aitani, K. (2011, September). Article, “Solar Decathlon”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.5, pp.32-33, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

2. Aitani, K. (2008, February – 2009, April). Weekly Article, “Architecture Knowledge for Fun”, ‘Eikoku News Digest’, London, United Kingdom. http://www.news-digest.co.uk/news/archive/architecture.html

3. Aitani, K. (2004, January – 2008, March). Monthly Article, “World Architectural Pilgrimage”, ‘Culture Section of Tokushima News Paper’, Tokushima, Japan.

Funded Project Reports

1. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2018, March). "Report on Internationally Mobility and Qualification for the Architect Licensing System in report", pp.1-128, Report for the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2017- 2018.

2. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2016, March). "Joining Educational Curriculum and Practical Training for becoming Architect in the United States - Survey on Operation of Practical Training", pp.1- 91, Report for the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2015-2016.

3. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2015, March). "Study on Joint & Continuity & Polymerization for Educational & Practical Aspect of Architecture Licensing System", pp.1-106, Report for the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2014-2015.

4. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2014, March). "Study on Possibility and Adaptability of 4+2 Systems for Educational Aspect of Architecture Licensing System", pp.1-64, Report for the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2013-2014.

5. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2013, March). "Study on Adaptability and Interoperability for Architecture Licensing System and Architecture Education", pp.1-57, Report for the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2012-2013.

6. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2012, March). “Research on Global Architectural Qualification and Educational System”, pp.1-33, Report for the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2011-2012.

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Funded Technical Reports

1. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2015, September). “Recent Modifications on Requirements for Architect License System in the United States – Research on Global Architectural Qualification and Educational System (Part 5) –”, Summaries of technical papers of annual meeting Architectural Institute of Japan (Kanto), pp.39-40, Tokai University, Kanagawa, Japan. Funded by the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2015-2016.

2. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2014, September). “Investigation on Accreditation System for Architectural Education in the United States – Research on Global Architectural Qualification and Educational System (Part 4) –”, Summaries of technical papers of annual meeting Architectural Institute of Japan (Kinki), pp.49-50, Kobe University, Kobe, Japan. Funded by the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2014-2015.

3. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2016, August). "Trends Related to the Introduction of Integrated Path in the US Architect Qualification System – Research on Global Architectural Qualification and Educational System (Part 6) –”, Summaries of technical papers of annual meeting Architectural Institute of Japan (Kyushu), pp.13-14, Fukuoka University, Fukuoka, Japan. Funded by the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2015-2016.

4. Aitani, K. & Arima, T. (2013, August). “Study on Regeneration of Downtown Area through Riverfront Development as Chain Effect Catalyst - Case Study of Tokushima City’s Regional Resource: Shinmachi River’s Frontage Development”, Summaries of technical papers of annual meeting Architectural Institute of Japan (Hokkaido), pp.737-738, Hokkaido University, Hokkaido, Japan. Funded by the Department of Architecture, Kyushu University, Japan. JPN 150,000. (USD $1,350)

5. Matsuyama, K., Aitani, K. & Arima, T. (2013, August). “Study on potential city frame to express at the time of a festival in case of Tokushima Awa Dance Festival”, Summaries of technical papers of annual meeting Architectural Institute of Japan (Hokkaido), pp.547-548, Hokkaido University, Hokkaido, Japan. Funded by the Department of Architecture, Kyushu University, Japan. JPN 150,000. (USD $1,350)

6. Arima, T. & Aitani, K. (2013, August). “Study on Urban Catalyst as Urban Regeneration -Case study of Hotel IL Palazzo”, Summaries of technical papers of annual meeting Architectural Institute of Japan (Hokkaido), pp.735-736, Hokkaido University, Hokkaido, Japan. Funded by the Department of Architecture, Kyushu University, Japan. JPN 150,000. (USD $1,350)

7. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2013, August). “Investigation on Korean Accreditation System for Architectural Education – Research on Global Architectural Qualification and Educational System (Part 3)”, Summaries of technical papers of annual meeting Architectural Institute of Japan (Hokkaido), pp.23-24, Hokkaido University, Hokkaido, Japan. Funded by the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2013-2014.

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8. Aitani, K. & Tanaka, T. (2012, September). “View of Global Trend and Perspective of Qualification System in Asian Countries – Research on Global Architectural Qualification and Educational System (Part 2)”, Summaries of technical papers of annual meeting Architectural Institute of Japan (Tokai), pp.25-26, Nagoya University, Aichi, Japan. Funded by the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2012-2013.

9. Tanaka, T. & Aitani, K. (2012, September). “Diversity of Architectural Qualification System in Asian Countries and Influences from USA and UK System – Research on Global Architectural Qualification and Educational System (Part 1)”, Summaries of technical papers of annual meeting Architectural Institute of Japan (Tokai), pp.23-24, Nagoya University, Aichi, Japan. Funded by the Japan Architectural Education and Information Center, Japan. JPN 1,000,000. (USD $8,750) Grant Period: 2012-2013.

PhD Dissertation

1. Aitani, K. (2015, June). "Research on Urban Catalyst for City Center's Sustainable Regeneration", Doctoral Dissertation, Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environmental Studies, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan.

Funded Invited Presentations

1. Aitani, K. (2018, January). "Urban Catalyst". Special Lecture & Seminar, Japan Federation of Architects & Building Engineers Associations, Tokushima, Japan. Grant: USD $200 (Funded by the Tokushima Chapter, Japan Federation of Architects & Building Engineers Associations)

2. Aitani, K. (2018, January). "Urban Catalyst". Special Lecture, Fukuoka Chapter of the Japan Institute of Architects (JIA), Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: USD $300 (Funded by the Fukuoka Chapter of the Japan Institute of Architects)

3. Aitani, K. (2017, August). "Academic English in Architecture". 5 days Seminar, Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: USD $7,000 (Funded by the Department of Architecture, Kyushu University)

4. O’Brien, M., Clark, D.C., & Aitani, K. (2017, March). "Academic English in Architecture". 1-week Seminar, Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: USD $15,000 (Funded by the Department of Architecture, Kyushu University)

5. Chiow, S. & Aitani, K. (2016, July). "SOM ETHOS". Seminar, Fukuoka Chapter of the Japan Institute of Architects (JIA), Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: USD $500 (Funded by the Fukuoka Chapter of the Japan Institute of Architects)

6. O’Brien, M., Clark, D.C., & Aitani, K. (2016, July & August). "Solar Decathlon". 3-weeks workshop, Department of Architecture, Faculty of Engineering, Kyushu University, Fukuoka,

17 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018) Japan. Grant: USD $21,000 (Funded by the Department of Architecture, Kyushu University)

7. Aitani, K. (2015, August). "Urban Catalyst in Haruyoshi District". Sustainable Design Camp, Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environmental Studies, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: USD $23,000 (Funded by the Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University)

8. Aitani, K. (2015, August). "Urban Regeneration of Tokushima Downtown". Seminar, Tokushima Branch of The Japan Institute of Architects (JIA), Tokushima, Japan. Grant: USD $2,400 (Travel Funded by the Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University)

9. Aitani, K. (2015, June). "Urban Regeneration of Tokushima Downtown", Seminar, Tokushima Municipal Government, Tokushima, Japan. Grant: USD $2,400 (Travel Funded by the Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University)

10. Aitani, K. (2015, March). "Architecture Design of Shigeru BAN". Seminar & 10 days’ workshop, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, USA. Grant: JPY 1,200,000 (USD $10,500) Funded by Kyushu University

11. Aitani, K. (2014, August). "Design Trend and Recent Project of SOM", Design Lecture Series & 10 days’ workshop, Institute of Architects Bangladesh, Dhaka, Bangladesh Grant: JPY 5,885,086 (USD $52,000) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

12. Aitani, K. (2014, August). "Urban Design & Brown Field Regeneration of Japan". Sustainable Design Camp, Department of Architecture, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Dhaka, Bangladesh. Grant: JPY 5,885,086 (USD $52,000) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

13. Aitani, K. (2014, June). "Urban Design of Karatsu, Japan". Design Studio, Department of Architecture, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. JPY 500,000 (USD $4,350) Funded by Department of Architecture, Kyushu University

14. Aitani, K. (2014, March). "Management of Charrette Workshop". Sustainable Design Camp, Department of Architecture, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Dhaka, Bangladesh. Grant: JPY 5,885,086 (USD $52,000) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

15. Aitani, K. (2014, January). "Study on Possibility and Adaptability of 4+2 Systems for Educational Aspect of Architecture Licensing System". CPD (Continuing Professional Development), Department of Architecture, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. JPY 500,000 (USD $4,350) Funded by Department of Architecture, Kyushu University

16. Aitani, K. (2013, November). "Water Front Design as Urban Amenity". Special Lecture, Chinese Culture University (Taiwan), Taipei, Taiwan. USD $500 Funded by Chinese Culture University (Taiwan)

17. Aitani, K. (2013, August). "Essence of Japanese Architecture". Design Lecture & 10 days’ workshop, Institute of Engineering, Tribhuvan University in Kathmandu, Nepal. Grant: JPY 5,885,086 (USD $52,000) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science) 18 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018)

18. Aitani, K. (2013, July). "London, the World Most Expensive City designed by British". Lecture, Atelier Kan, Fukuoka, Japan. JPY 30,000 (USD $260) Funded by Atelier Kan

19. Aitani, K. (2013, July). "Study on Adaptability and Interoperability for Architecture Licensing System and Architecture Education", Kyushu Branch of the Japan Institute of Architects (JIA), Fukuoka, Japan. JPY 30,000 (USD $260) Funded by Kyushu Branch of the Japan Institute of Architects (JIA)

20. Aitani, K. (2013, July). "Trend of London's Transportation and Mobility", International Architectural & Urban Design Workshop, Shimokitazawa 2012: Organized by Town Building Support Committee/Urban Planning Research Committee, Architectural Institute of Japan, Tokyo, Japan. JPY 100,000 (USD $870) Funded by Setagaya Ward, Tokyo Metropolitan Government

21. Aitani, K. (2012, December). “Water as Catalyst of City Regeneration", 2012 Symposium of Riverside City, Taipei-City and Shinpei-City, Taipei, Taiwan. USD $3, 000 Funded by Taipei Cultural Institute

22. Aitani, K. (2012, October). "URBAN TRANSFORMATION from Edo to Tokyo", Master Class 2, Fukuoka Directive Council (Fukuoka D.C.), Fukuoka, Japan. JPY 250,000 (USD $2,100) Funded by Fukuoka City Government

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TEACHING

Koichiro Aitani usually teaches two courses each semester at Texas A&M University. His courses are in the multidisciplinary areas of Architecture (ARCH) with a focus on Architectural Design and Urban Design.

Graduate Courses

1. ARCH 606 Architectural Design II Credits 6. 2 Lecture Hours. 12 Lab Hours. Application of verbal, graphic, research, critical thinking and fundamental design skills to architectural projects that emphasize the integration of structural, environmental, life safety, building envelope systems, and building service systems; includes code compliance, resource conservation, cost control and economic analysis. Core design studio for professional degree candidates. Prerequisite: ARCH 605.* (Spring 2014, Spring 2015 & Spring 2016)

2. ARCH 607 Architectural Design III Credits 6. 2 Lecture Hours. 12 Lab Hours. Application of verbal, graphic, research, critical thinking and comprehensive design skills to advanced architectural projects or design competitions that address cultural traditions, human behavior and diversity, the context of architecture, collaborative skills, ethics and professional judgement. Core design studio. Prerequisite: ARCH 606.* (Fall 2013, Fall 2014, Fall 2015 and Fall 2016)

3. ARCH 608 Architectural Design III Credits 6. 2 Lecture Hours. 12 Lab Hours. Application of verbal, graphic, research, critical thinking and comprehensive design skills to advanced architectural projects or design competitions that address cultural traditions, human behavior and diversity, the context of architecture, collaborative skills, ethics and professional judgement. Core design studio. Prerequisite: ARCH 607.* (Spring 2017)

4. ARCH 689 Special Topics in Japanese Architecture History & Theory Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. Selected topics in an identified field of architecture. May be repeated for credit. Japanese Architecture: Theory and History. Background and exploration of Traditional, Modern and Contemporary Japanese Architecture, including consideration of region, materials, structure and style, as well as the social and economic factors that influence architectural form and content; discussion of the works and writings and building models of case study of Japanese architects’ design. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor or department head. This course is elevated to ARCH 637 in Spring 2017 (Spring 2014, Spring 2015 and Spring 2016)

5. ARCH 637 Special Topics in Japanese Architecture History & Theory Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. 20 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018)

(Spring 2017 and Spring 2018)

6. ARCH 689 Special Topics in Urban Design for Architect Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. Selected topics in an identified field of architecture. May be repeated for credit. Seminar in Urban Design for Architect; investigation of the creative role of architectural ideas in the design process and their manifestation of successful urban design; the identification and evaluation of urban design examples that are at the leading edge of architectural practice and anticipate the future; consideration of neighboring, local, region level, as well as the social and economic factors that influence urban form and fabric; discussion of the works and writings and the case study of livable urban design. Prerequisite: Graduate classification or approval of instructor or department head. This course will be elevated to ARCH 664 in Fall 2017 (Fall 2015 and Fall 2016)

7. ARCH 664 Special Topics in Urban Design for Architect Credits 3. 3 Lecture Hours. (Fall 2017)

8. CARC 685 Workshop in JAPAN (Mini-Mester) Credits 3. 1 Lecture Hours. 6 Lab Hours. Sustainable Design Camp in Fukuoka, in collaboration with Kyushu University, Japan & Chinese Culture University (Taiwan) (Fall 2017 and Fall 2018)

Undergraduate Courses

1. ARCH 406 Architecture Design V Credits 5. 2 Lecture Hours. 9 Lab Hours. Topical approaches to design, emphasizing theory and practice of architecture or related disciplines, such as urban design, interior design, health care design, etc. Prerequisites: Junior or senior classification; admission to upper level in environmental design; ARCH 305, ARCH 331 and ARCH 335; CARC 301 or ARCH 494; students may with approval of the department enroll in the course during the summer term prior to taking ARCH 405, ARCH 431 and ARCH 435 if they are within 20 credit hours of graduation prior to the beginning of the following fall semester.* (Summer 2014, Summer 2015, Summer 2016, Summer 2017 & Summer 2018)

ARCH 405 Architectural Design IV Credits 5. 2 Lecture Hours. 9 Lab Hours. A comprehensive design studio focused on the integration of design theory with functionally sustainable environmental and structural systems; consideration of a project from site analysis and programming through design detailing. Prerequisites: Admission to upper level in environmental design; ARCH 305, ARCH 331, ARCH 335; CARC 301 or ARCH 494; concurrent enrollment in ARCH 431 and ARCH 435. (Fall 2017)

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One or more sessions of the following directed studies and research courses are offered to students in each semester by Aitani:

1. ARCH 685

Graduate Students Supervised

Number of Ph.D. Students 1 completed (Committee Member) 1 in progress in Architecture (Ph.D. ARCH.) Number of Masters 7 completed in Architecture (M. ARCH) Students 1 in progress in Architecture (M. ARCH) (Chaired Member) Number of Masters 7 completed (7 graduated; 1 with dual degrees in 12/2015) Students in Architecture (M. ARCH) (Co-Chaired Member) Number of Masters 9 completed in Architecture (M. ARCH) Students 4 completed in Urban Planning (M. UP) (Committee Member) 1 in progress in Urban Planning (M. UP)

ARCH: Architecture UP: Urban Planning

Committee Scheduled / Status / Position upon Graduation / Name Degree Role Actual Current Graduation Lívia Loureiro Ph.D. In progress 1 De Lima ARCH Member 2019 Gregory Marinic Ph.D. Graduated / Director of Graduate Studies, 2 ARCH Member 2017 University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY

Committee Scheduled / Status / Position upon Name Degree Role Actual Graduation Graduation Michael Clariday Graduated. Celebration of Excellence / 1 M. ARCH Chair 2018 Hoefer Wysocki Architects, Dallas, TX Graduated / Page Southerland Page, Inc., Houston, TX 2 Brooks Van Essen M. ARCH Chair 2018 William Day Graduated / Page, Dallas, TX 3 Sheffield M. ARCH Chair 2018 Hanisha Kaja In progress 4 M. ARCH Chair 2018 Meaghan Gilliam Graduated / BRW Architects, Inc., College Station, TX 5 M. ARCH Chair 2018 Graduated. / Callie Wendlandt Jacobs, Austin, TX 6 M. ARCH Chair 2017

22 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018) Graduated. / 7 Yin Jingqi M. ARCH Chair 2017 unknown Graduated. / Passed Away (2017) 8 Adithya Devdas M. ARCH Chair 2017 Graduated. / Yuxuan Chen Graduate Student, Washington University, 9 M. ARCH Co-Chair 2016 St. Louis, MI 10 Graduated. / Eric Opperman M. ARCH Co-Chair 2016 SZH Architecture, Bryan, TX 11 Graduated. / Xueqi Liu M. ARCH Co-Chair 2015 unknown

12 Graduated. / Qianqian Zhang M. ARCH Co-Chair 2015 SGPA Architecture and Planning, San Diego, CA 13 Graduated. / Qing Yang M. ARCH Co-Chair 2015 Perkins Eastman, San Francisco, CA

14 Wendy Weatherly Graduated. / M. ARCH Co-Chair 2015 Dekker/Perich/Sabatini, Amarillo, TX

15 Sepeedeh Rastegar- M. ARCH Graduated. / CH2M with Jacobs, Portland, OR Panah & M. UP Co-Chair 2015

Graduated / BRW Architects, Inc., College Station, TX 1 Leslie Tijerina M. ARCH Member 2018 Megan Yiwen Graduated / BRW Architects, Inc., San Francisco, CA 2 Zhang M. ARCH Member 2018 Karan Patel In progress 3 M. UP Member 2018 Kaveh Graduated / Searching for a new job 4 Forghanparast M. UP Member 2018 Nathanielle Sybico Graduated. M. ARCH Member 2017 Celebration of Excellence / 5 HKS Architects, Dallas, TX Han Changsuk Graduated. / DL Architecture, Plano, TX 6 M. ARCH Member 2017 Vrushali Kedar Graduated. / Ankrom Moisan Architects, San Francisco, CA 7 Sathaye M. UP Member 2017 Saima Musharrat Graduated. / Asakura Robinson Company, Houston, TX 8 M. UP Member 2017 Shiva H. Graduated. / 9 Khodadadi M. UP Member 2017 Appel Design Group Architects, Livingston, NJ 10 Frank Volpicella Graduated. / M. ARCH Member 2016 HDR, Inc., Dallas, TX 11 Yesenia Suchil Graduated. M. ARCH Member 2015 Celebration of Excellence / South Texas College, McAllen, TX

12 Erik Larsen Graduated. M. ARCH Member 2015 Celebration of Excellence / CORGAN, Dallas, TX 13 Alfred Sierra Graduated. / M. ARCH Member 2015 Hawkins Architecture, College Station, TX

14 Minkeun Sim Graduated. / M. ARCH Member 2015 Heerim Architects & Planners, Seoul, Korea

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SERVICE

External Service

Editorial:

1. Soejima, K. & Aitani, K. (2015, May), Translation (Japanese to English), “PUBLIC SPACE DESIGN WITH CITIZENS’ PARTICIPATION – Creative Collaboration of Citizens, Municipalities, and Specialists in Himeji City”, X-Knowledge, Japan. ISBN978-4767819822

2. Bryant, C. & Aitani, K. (2015, June), Editorial Japanese and English Proof-Reading, “DNA of Shimokitazawa: New Horizons for a Livable and Attractive Neighborhood”, X-Knowledge, Japan. ISBN978-4767819839

3. Mitsui, J. (2010, September). Translation (English to Japanese), “Asia Design Market Analysis - Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.3, pp.44-49, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

4. Architecture Institute of Japan. (2012, May), Book Editor, “Karatsu Re Editing a Fragmented City”, pp.1-119, Kajima Publishing, Japan. ISBN978-4306072954

5. Tan, B. K. (2011, September). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Registration of Professional Architects in Singapore”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.5, pp.42-43, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

6. Chatterjee. J. (2011, September). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Registration Architects in India Today”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.5, pp.44-45, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

7. Hutson, A. (2011, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Architect Registration in Australia”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.4, pp.48-49, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

8. Tapananont, N. (2011, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Architect Licensing System in Thailand”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.4, pp.50-51, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

9. Divigalpitiya, P. (2011, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Architecture License in Sri Lanka”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.4, pp.52-53, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

10. Lau, S.S.Y. & Or, A.H.L. (2010, September). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Architecture Licensing System in Hong Kong”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.3, pp.54-57, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883- 6488

11. Yong, C.K. (2010, September). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Registration Systems for Professional Architects in Malaysia”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.3, pp.58-61, ISHED 24 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018)

(International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

12. Suehiro, K. (2010, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Architect Licensing System in Japan”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.2, pp.60-61, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

13. Suehiro, K. (2010, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “International Architectural Accreditation and Trends in Japan”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.2, pp.62-63, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

14. Kim, H. (2010, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Architect Qualification System in Korea”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.2, pp.64-65, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

15. Kuo, W. (2010, March). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Architect and Urban Planner’s Licensing System in Taiwan”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.2, pp.66-67, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

20. Wang, D. (2009, September). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Architecture Registration System in China”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.1, pp.58-59, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

21. Mantani, K. (2009, September). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Chinese Architecture Design Offices, ‘Design Influences’”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.1, pp.60-61, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

22. To, K. (2009, September). Editorial Coordinator & Supervision, “Architect Licensing System in Vietnam”, Journal of Asian Urbanism, No.1, pp.62-63, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. ISSN1883-6488

Funded Workshop (Organizer):

1. Warden, R.., Holiday, S., K., Suehiro, K. & Aitani, K. (2017, August & September). Organizer, "Language for Specific Purposes, Architecture Program Summer 2017". Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University, College Station, USA. Grant: JPY 1,200,000 (USD $10,500) Funded by Kyushu University

2. Sakai, T. & Aitani, K. (2017, August). Organizer, ‘Master Plan of West-side of Kyushu University Ito Campus’, “Sustainable Design Camp 2017 in collaboration with Kyushu University, Texas A&M University, and Chinese Culture University (Taiwan)”, Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environmental Studies, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: USD $24,000 (Funded by the College of Architecture, Texas A&M University)

3. Warden, R., Holiday, S., K., Hori, Y. & Aitani, K. (2017, March & April). Organizer, "Language for Specific Purposes, Architecture Program 2016". Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University, College Station, USA.

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Grant: JPY 1,200,000 (USD $10,500) Funded by Kyushu University

4. Sakai, T. & Aitani, K. (2016, August). Organizer, ‘Master Plan of Kyushu University Hakozaki Campus’, “Sustainable Design Camp 2016 in collaboration with Kyushu University, Texas A&M University, and Chinese Culture University (Taiwan)”, Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environmental Studies, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: USD $18,000 (Funded by the Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University)

5. Wells, W., Holiday, S., K., Hori, Y. & Aitani, K. (2016, March & April). Organizer, "Language for Specific Purposes, Architecture Program 2015". Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University, College Station, USA. Grant: JPY 1,200,000 (USD $10,500) Funded by Kyushu University

6. Sakai, T. & Aitani, K. (2015, August). Organizer, ‘Reactivation of Haruyoshi Neighborhood’, “Sustainable Design Camp 2015 in collaboration with Kyushu University, Texas A&M University, National Chung Hsing University and Chinese Culture University (Taiwan)”, Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environmental Studies, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: USD $18,000 (Funded by the Department of Architecture, Texas A&M University)

7. Gartner, S., Edge, K., Shigematsu, S., Weiner, F., Suehiro, K., Hori, Y. & Aitani, K. (2015, March & April). Organizer, "Language for Specific Purposes, Architecture Program 2014". Department of Architecture + Design, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, USA. Grant: JPY 1,200,000 (USD $10,500) Funded by Kyushu University

8. Shimaoka, T., Kanno, T., Nilufar, F. & Aitani, K. (2014, August). Organizer, ‘Regeneration strategy of Urban Brown field Hazaribagh’, “Sustainable Design Camp 2014 in collaboration with Kyushu University, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Texas A&M University, Virginia Tech & Chinese Culture University (Taiwan)”, Department of Architecture, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET), Dhaka, Bangladesh. Grant: JPY 5,885,086 (USD $52,000) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

9. Gartner, S., Hori, Y. & Aitani, K. (2014, January). Organizer, "Workshop & Seminar of American Architecture Theory and History". Department of Architecture, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: JPY 1,200,000 (USD $10,500) Funded by Kyushu University

10. Weiner, F. & Aitani, K. (2013, August). Organizer, “Summer School 2013 in collaboration with Kyushu University and Virginia Tech”, CESA (Center for European Studies and Architecture), Riva San Vitale, Switzerland. Grant: JPY 1,200,000 (USD $10,500) Funded by Kyushu University

11. Shimaoka, T., Kanno, T., Singh, S. & Aitani, K. (2013, August). Organizer, ‘Re-Birth of Kirtipur Awareness of Gifted Nature and Cultural Landscape for Wellbeing of Citizens’, “Sustainable Design Camp 2013 in collaboration with Kyushu University, Tribhuvan University and UN Habitat, Nepal Office”, Institute of Engineering, Tribhuvan University, Kathmandu, 26 Koichiro Aitani – Curriculum Vitae (September 1, 2018)

Nepal. Grant: JPY 5,864,791 (USD $50,100) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

12. Goto, T., Glaudemans, M., Mader, J. & Aitani, K. (Fukuoka D.C.) (2013, June). Organizer, “Master Class, Public Forum 2013 by Fukuoka Directive Council”, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: JPY 5,000,000 (USD $45,450) Funded by Fukuoka City Government

13. Akashi, Y., Sakai, T. & Aitani, K. (2012, September). Organizer, ‘Towards a Realization of a Leading Compact City, Fukuoka’, “Sustainable Design Camp Fukuoka 2012 in collaboration with Kyushu University, Chinese Culture University (Taiwan), Virginia Tech, ARUP and Sustainable Architecture and Urban Systems Consortium”, Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environmental Studies, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: JPY 700,000 (USD $6,000) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

14. Shimaoka, T., Akashi, Y., Pham, T.A. & Aitani, K. (2012, August). Organizer, ‘Re-Generation of Ho Chi Minh City as Re-Cyclic Town’, “Sustainable Design Camp 2012 in collaboration with Kyushu University, Van Lan University, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, The University of Architecture of Ho Chi Minh City, Chinese Culture University (Taiwan) and ARUP”, Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology, HCMC, Vietnam. Grant: JPY 3,776,447 (USD $32,840) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

15. Kobayashi, M., Deguchi, A. & Aitani, K. (2012, July). Organizer, ‘Innovating SETAGAYA Style Sustainable Communities through Interweave’, “International Architectural & Urban Design Workshop 2012”, Setagaya, Tokyo, Japan. Grant: JPY 3,000,000 (USD $26,090) Funded by Setagaya Ward, Tokyo Metropolis and Town Building Support Committee / Urban Planning Research Committee of Architectural Institute of Japan (AIJ)

16. Akashi, Y., Sakai, T. & Aitani, K. (2011, August). Organizer, ‘Post Relocation Planning for Hakozaki Campus, Kyushu University’, “Sustainable Design Camp Fukuoka 2011 in collaboration with Kyushu University and the University of Tokyo”, Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environmental Studies, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: JPY 700,000 (USD $6,000) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

17. Shimaoka, T., Akashi, Y., Munasinghe, H. & Aitani, K. (2011, August). Organizer, ‘Re- Generation of Wanathamulla as an Engine of Colombo Development’, “Sustainable Design Camp 2011 in collaboration with Kyushu University and Moratuwa University”, Moratuwa University, Colombo, Sri Lanka. Grant: JPY 4,008,612 (USD $34,850) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

18. Kobayashi, M., Deguchi, A., Ariga, T. & Aitani, K. (2011, March). Organizer, ‘Embracing New Public Life with Nature: TAKAHASHI’, “International Architectural & Urban Design

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19. Workshop 2011”, Takahashi, Okayama, Japan. Grant: JPY 3,000,000 (USD $26,090) Funded by Takahashi City and Town Building Support Committee / Urban Planning Research Committee of Architectural Institute of Japan (AIJ)

20. Deguchi, A., Lau, S.S.Y. & Aitani, K. (2010, September & October). Organizer, ‘Sustainable Design for Fruit Market of Yau Ma Tei District’, “Sustainable Design Camp 2010 in collaboration with Kyushu University and the University of Hong Kong”, the University of the Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China. Grant: JPY 1,616,080 (USD $14,050) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

21. Deguchi, A. & Aitani, K. (2010, September). Organizer, ‘Fukuoka Regeneration -Urban Acupuncture-, “Sustainable Design Camp Fukuoka 2010 in collaboration with Kyushu University and Meiji University”, Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human-Environmental Studies, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: JPY 700,000 (USD $6,000) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

22. Kobayashi, M., Deguchi, A., Ariga, T. & Aitani, K. (2010, March). Organizer, ‘Innovating KARATSU through "New Exchange" Toward an Attractive, Walkable City’, “International Architectural & Urban Design Workshop 2010”, Karatsu, Saga, Japan. Grant: JPY 3,000,000 (USD $26,090) Funded by Karatsu City and Town Building Support Committee / Urban Planning Research Committee of Architectural Institute of Japan (AIJ)

23. Deguchi, A., Subroto, T. Y. W. & Aitani, K. (2009, September & October). ‘Community Design for Malioboro / Heritage Preservation and Disaster Recovery for Kotagede’, “Sustainable Design Camp 2009 in collaboration with Kyushu University and Gadjah Mada University”, Gadjah Mada University, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Grant: JPY 1,170,688 (USD $10,180) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

24. Deguchi, A. & Aitani, K. (2009, September). Organizer, ‘Meiji Avenue Project -Space with Harmony-, “Sustainable Design Camp Fukuoka 2009 in collaboration with Kyushu University and Meiji University”, Graduate School of Architecture and Urban Design, Faculty of Human- Environmental Studies, Kyushu University, Fukuoka, Japan. Grant: JPY 700,000 (USD $6,000) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

25. Deguchi, A., Peng. W. & Aitani, K. (2009, March). Organizer, ‘Sustainable Design for the Canal Town, Jinze, Shanghai’, “International Architectural & Urban Design Workshop 2009”, Tongji University, Shanghai, China. Grant: JPY 1,414,595 (USD $12,300) Funded by JSPS (Japan Society for the Promotion of Science)

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International Society Organization:

1. Committee Member, “Strategic sub-committee for International Validity and Portability of Architectural Education, The Architectural Institute of Japan. (2017 - present)

2. Secretary General, ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Fukuoka, Japan. (2011 - 2013)

International Conference Organization:

1. Organizer, 1st International Conference of ISHED (International Society of Habitat Engineering and Design), Tongji University, Shanghai, China. (2012, October)

Session Moderator:

1. Session Moderator, 12th International Congress of Asian Planning Schools Association (APSA), Taipei, Taiwan. (2013, November)

Department Service 1. Bachelor of Environment Design Committee, Associate Department Head (2018 – present) 2. Departmental Academic Affair Committee (DAAC), (2018 – present) 3. Faculty Search Committee (2018 – present) 4. Master of Architecture Program Committee (2014 - 2018) 5. Lecture Series Committee (2014 - 2018) 6. MS/PhD of Architecture Program Committee (2016)

College Service

1. Member of Center for Housing and Urban Development (2015 - 2016)