J. Matthew Thomas

Matt is an architect based in Northern New Mexico and the founder of Studio Taos. His work focuses on regionally appropriate design that encompasses sustainability with attention to reclaimed materials. His research and consulting work explores strengthening communities with projects in Malawi, Mexico and Lebanon. Receiving his Bachelor of Architecture from Kansas State University (2001) and Master of Science in Architecture and Urban Design from Columbia University (2008), Matt has taught at The American University of Beirut in Lebanon, Columbia University’s Architecture and Urban Design Program (GSAPP) and Parsons New School for Design in New York City, and Chongqing University in China. Matt has previously held positions with organizations working with sustainability in the built environment; The World Hands Project, Raising Malawi/Child Dental Relief, The Earth Institute, The Santa Fe Department of Affordable Housing, The US Green Building Council, and Habitat for Humanity.