AA Dipl, Architectural Association London M.Arch, Urban Development, UCLA

Professor John V. Mutlow FAIA, AA Dip. (TP), M.Arch (UD) UCLA, is a teacher, researcher and architect who has focused a majority of his academic and professional life on the design of affordable housing and community settings for the less economically advantaged. He is a Professor of Architecture at the University of Southern California, where he was Chair of Graduate Studies from 2008 - 2012 and was the Director of the Advanced Undergraduate Program from 1991- 1994. He also practices architecture in Los Angeles where his office specializes in affordable housing for the less advantaged with emphasis on the social consideration of its occupants. Professor’s Mutlow is nationally known for his leadership, work, and lectures on Affordable Housing and related social issues, an area he has specialized in for the past 35 years.

PIONEER - DESIGN AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

Professor Mutlow is a pioneer in affordable housing in Southern California sine the 1970s. His interest in balancing education and practice has led to several distinct honors and awards. He was recognized by Residential Architect magazine in 2006 as being one of only 10 residential architects “Making a Difference”. In 2005 his Fiesta House affordable seniors apartment’s project received Project of the Year from Multi Family Executive, and a Grand Award from Builder magazine. He received an Excellence in Education Honor Award from AIA/CC in 2001, and the Community Housing Assistance Honor Award in 1995. And the People in Architecture Award in 1989. Prof. Mutlow received the coveted “Peoples Choice” Award, and the “In the Public Interest” Design Award from Architectural Record in 1989, and Time Magazine recognized Cabrillo Farm Worker Village as one of the “Ten Best Designs” of 1982. He also received from the City of Los Angeles and Mayor Tom Bradley commendations for his dedicated services to the Pico Union Community, and for services to the City of Los Angeles. He has received national recognition through the publication of his projects in national and international magazines and books; and for the receipt of numerous design awards for his socially responsible architecture.

SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE HOUSING

Professor Mutlow has extensive experience working with community-based organizations and governmental agencies and is committed to the design of buildings that will raise the sense of pride of the community and will endure the test of time. Projects of note that have been extensively recognized include, the design of two Farm worker communities that include community/childcare/kindergarten buildings and recreational facilities (soccer and baseball field). Affordable housing projects have also been completed overseas in less advantaged communities such as the Philippines. His notable projects in the Hispanic and Latino communities of Los Angeles have led to professional exchanges with students and architects in Mexico.

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