Associate ProfessorLuke Hespanhol

Associate Professor Luke Hespanhol is the Head of Discipline (Design) and Research Partnerships Lead at the School of Architecture, Design and Planning, The University of Sydney. His research focus on people, culture, and technology, including social design, civic participation, storytelling, cities, digital placemaking, technology-mediated social interactions, and cross-cultural education. 

An acknowledged global leader in his field, Luke has pioneered mobility programs in Design, with particular focus on the Indo-Pacific and multiple programs in China and Indonesia. In Australia, Luke has contributed to translation of research into public discourse by leading regular seminars and public events on the societal impacts of technology and how to design more sustainable futures.

In addition to his contributions to Design, Luke holds a certificate in Dispute Resolution by the Program on Negotiation at Harvard Law School, USA, and a fellowship from the Social Impact Hub, Australia.