Professor

Dr. David Monteyne is a professor at SAPL and architectural historian whose work delves into the intersection of architecture, history, and cultural studies. Coming from a humanities background, Dr. Monteyne approaches architecture from a historical and social lens, focusing on how built environments are influenced by and respond to societal shifts and forces. By analyzing the built environment through a broad and interdisciplinary lens that incorporates relations of identity and power, he has gained a deeply nuanced perspective on the meanings of places and spaces. His research interests range from Cold War civil defense planning to immigrant experiences in government spaces, and most recently, to the global history of quarantine architecture.

David Monteyne’s work at SAPL highlights the importance of understanding architecture as a social and cultural practice, deeply embedded in the historical and political contexts in which it is created. Through his research on topics such as Cold War civil defense, immigration, and quarantine, Monteyne uncovers the stories of how people have experienced and been shaped by architectural spaces. As he continues to explore new areas of research, Monteyne remains committed to using history as a tool to illuminate the complex relationships between architecture, society, and power.

David Monteyne CV

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