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Prof. Brandon Clifford
Associate Professor of Architecture
Principal, Matter Design
Primary DLC
Department of Architecture
MIT Room:
10-422M
(617) 253-7751
bcliffor@mit.edu
https://architecture.mit.edu/people/brandon-clifford
Areas of Interest and Expertise
Architectural Design
Construction
Robotics
Robotic Machining
Concrete
Sustainability
Material Re-Use
Research Summary
Professor Clifford is the director and co-founder of Matter Design, which leverages ancient construction techniques to shape transformative architectural visions. Known for animating megalithic sculptures, he pioneers “projective archaeology,” merging historical events with imaginary futures. Clifford’s speculative works redefine architectural practice, paving the way for new constructive opportunities.
Recent Work
Projects
September 21, 2012
Department of Architecture
La Voute de LeFevre
Principal Investigator
Brandon Clifford
Video
3.30.21-Built-Brandon-Clifford
March 30, 2021
Conference Video
Duration: 13:8
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Brandon Clifford
Associate Professor & MArch Director, MIT
Director, Matter Design
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