Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA

Architectural Design Intern

Michael Graves Architecture & Design

Connect with Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA to Send Message

Connect

Connect with Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA to Send Message

Connect

Timeline
About me
Associate @ Michael Graves | Architect | PhD in Urban Planning | Adjunct Faculty, GWU
Education
- The Pantheon Institute
  2011 - 2011
  Architecture
  Activities and Societies: Roman Urban Cartography, Design Studio, Architectural Analysis of Ancient to Modern Roman Buildings
- State College Area High School
  2003 - 2007
  High School
  Activities and Societies: Student Government President, Future Business Leaders of America President
- Penn State University
  2007 - 2012
  Professional Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) Architecture, Minor in Architectural History
  Activities and Societies: Five Years of Architecture Studio Courses, Editorial Cartoonist for The Daily Collegian, Visual Arts Student Association
- Georgetown University
  2017 - 2019
  Master of Professional Studies in Real Estate Real Estate Development 3.8 GPA
- Penn State University
  2011 - 2013
  Post-Professional Master of Architecture (M.Arch. II) Architecture 3.9 GPA
  Activities and Societies: Focus on Culture, Society and Space ‘13 Creative Achievement Medal ‘13 Thorpe Memorial Scholarship
- University of Maryland
  2019 - 2024
  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD Urban, Regional Planning and Design 4.0 GPA
  Activities and Societies: Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Golden Key, NCHS '19 - '22 Dean’s Fellowship Recipient2020 Outstanding Teaching Award
Experience
- Penn State University
  May 2008 - Aug 2008
  Architectural Design Intern
  CAD drawings, site measurement, presentation preparation
- Penn State University
  May 2010 - Aug 2010
  Instructor
- SITE | Sculpture In The Environment
  May 2011 - Jan 2014
  Designer and Archivist
  - Design curating and coordination of "A Line Around an Idea" Retrospective SITE exhibition at CCNY- Product development including design and production contributions to the Terra Time and Terra Time Black watch series, among many other product proposals for Projects, watches, Alessi, ACME studio. - Assistance in representation and sales of James Wines artwork with MoMA museum, Tchoban Museum, Met museum, Carnegie Museum, Art Basel Miami, Store front for Art and Architecture, and various private collectors - Client and Promotional Renderings / assistance with concept development of Denny's Neonopolis, Las Vegas - Contributions to conceptual development of serpentine gallery competition - Assistance of archiving and digitization of SITE art work and documentation spanning a half century - Assistance in Urban furniture / Wave bench development for city of Tamarac Florida - Marketing to various museums for exhibition opportunities / lecture / acquisition of art work Show less
- Penn State University
  Aug 2012 - May 2013
  Graduate Teaching Assistant
  Teaching Assistant for Second Year Architecture Studio, Teaching Assistant for First Year Visual Communications
- KLINGMANN. Architects & Brand Consultants
  Nov 2013 - Jan 2014
  Architecture Intern
  Design and detailing of penthouse residence in Grammercy Park, Manhattan
- StudioMADOUHBEK
  Jan 2014 - Aug 2014
  Architectural Designer
  Guggenheim Helsinki Competition, Helsinki FinlandVilla May, Kuwait City, KuwaitChalet Nasima, Kuwait
- Pei Cobb Freed & Partners
  Aug 2014 - Sept 2016
  Architectural Designer
  Century Plaza Development - Los Angeles, CASpectrum Center Development - Irvine, CA
- DB Lee Development
  Sept 2016 - Aug 2017
  Design, Construction and Development
- Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)
  Jun 2017 - May 2020
  Technical Designer - Architecture
- University of Maryland
  Jul 2019 - Jun 2023
  Lecturer in Urban Planning & Architecture
  2020 Outstanding Teaching Award
- The George Washington University
  Aug 2019 - now
  Regular Part Time Faculty, Interior Architecture
  Part-Time Faculty Member
- Michael Graves
  May 2020 - now
  - Associate
    Jan 2022 - now
  - Architect
    Oct 2021 - Mar 2022
  - Senior Technical Designer
    May 2020 - Jan 2022
Licenses & Certifications
- Doctor of Philosophy Urban and Regional Planning and Design
  University of Maryland
  May 2024
  View certificate
- LEED Green Associate
  USGBC California
  May 2021
- Registered Architect, New York
  National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
  Oct 2021
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2023 GOOD Design Award Chicago Athenaeum Dec 2023
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2021 Dezeen Awards (long-listed) Dezeen Magazine Aug 2021
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2021 A’ Design Award - Jun 2021 “The A' Design Award & Competition was developed after a scientific research study based on prior analysis of thousand other design competitions as well as ethnographic research and survey of over five-hundred designers and brands who take part in design competitions"
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2020 International Design Award - Gold International Design Awards, Farmani Group Jan 2021 “The International Design Awards (IDA) exists to recognize, celebrate and promote exceptional design visionaries and discover emerging talent in Architecture, Interior, Product, Graphic and Fashion Design worldwide. The Farmani Group founded the IDA as the design sibling of the Annual Lucie Awards for Photography, which has emerged as one of the world’s most prestigious photography awards.”
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2020 GOOD Design Award The Chicago Athenium Dec 2020 70 years of GOOD DESIGN® the oldest and the most Prestigious Design Awards ProgramFor seven decades since its inception, The Chicago Athenaeum continues the organization of the program to create an awareness about contemporary design and to honor both products and industry leaders in design and manufacturing that have chartered new directions for innovation and pushed the envelope for competitive products in the world marketplace. Good Design® was founded in Chicago in 1950 by Edgar… Show more 70 years of GOOD DESIGN® the oldest and the most Prestigious Design Awards ProgramFor seven decades since its inception, The Chicago Athenaeum continues the organization of the program to create an awareness about contemporary design and to honor both products and industry leaders in design and manufacturing that have chartered new directions for innovation and pushed the envelope for competitive products in the world marketplace. Good Design® was founded in Chicago in 1950 by Edgar Kaufmann, Jr., Eero Saarinen, and Charles and Ray Eames. Mort Goldsholl also created the iconic Good Design logo in 1950. Show less
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2020 Outstanding Teaching Award - Architecture University of Maryland School of Architecture, Preservation Planning and Development May 2020
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2013 Thorpe Memorial Scholarship Penn State University May 2013 "In memory of Charles S. Thorp by Robert E. Fenza ('80 B.Ph. Inter-College) and friends to recognize undergraduate students majoring in either Architecture or Landscape Architecture in the College of Arts and Architecture at The Pennsylvania State University that demonstrates an exceptional interest in both departments by actively enrolling in classes in both majors beyond the respective requirements of each curriculum, and by participating in other joint programs and competitions."
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2013 College Award For Creative Achievement College of Arts & Architecture Apr 2013 "This award was established by Penn State’s College of Arts and Architecture, to recognize students who exemplify the objectives of the College with respect to enhancement of the arts. Consideration for this award shall be given to all students (preferably seniors) of the College of Arts and Architecture who have proven themselves over an extended period of time."
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  Fifth Year Design Studio Design Excellence Award, Honorable Mention The Pennsylvania State University Department of Architecture May 2012 Received Honorable mention for performance in Fifth Year Architectural Design Studio.
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  Kossman Fifth Year Thesis Jury: Runner up Penn State University Department of Architecture May 2012
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  111th Annual Stewardson Award, University Level Nomination Penn State University Department of Architecture Feb 2012 Students will participate in a ten-day, statewide design competition, the dates to be announced. An internal jury within the Department of Architecture will select a limited number of fifth-year entries to be forwarded for final review at the state level. One winning project is awarded $6,500. The winner will pursue the study of architecture in a foreign country as approved by the managing committee, and is required to begin within one year of the award.
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2011 Annual Corbelletti Design Competition, Fifth Year Winner Penn State University Department of Architecture Sep 2011 "This was provided by the Corbelletti Memorial Contributions in memory of Raniero Corbelletti, Architecture Department Head, 1968-1988. The purpose of this award is to award second through fifth year students of the Department of Architecture who participate in the design competition."
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2011 Golumbic Award for Design Excellence, Department Level Nomination Penn State University Department of Architecture Jan 2011 "Established by Ed Eckl for scholarship awards to students who can prove their potential for significant contribution to the arts and humanities. Students must have at least a fourth semester standing. The students must possess qualities and have contributed to efforts that are considered outstanding as measured by the department. A total dedication to continued involvement in the arts and humanities is a prerequisite."
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  2010 Annual Corbelletti Design Competition, Fourth Year Honorable Mention The Pennsylvania State University Department of Architecture Sep 2010 "This was provided by the Corbelletti Memorial Contributions in memory of Raniero Corbelletti, Architecture Department Head, 1968-1988. The purpose of this award is to award second through fifth year students of the Department of Architecture who participate in the design competition."
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  Third Year Design Studio, Honorable Distinction Penn State Department of Architecture May 2010
- Awarded to Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
  SCAHS Leadership Scholarship Class of 1954 Alumni Fund Apr 2007
Volunteer Experience
- President, Architecture Alumni Board
  Issued by Penn State University on Apr 2024
  Associated with Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
- Vice President, Architecture Alumni Board
  Issued by Penn State College of Arts and Architecture on May 2022
  Associated with Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
- Elected Alumni Board Member '18 - '21
  Issued by Penn State University on Jun 2018
  Associated with Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
- Professional Development Seminar Host, Facilitator and Lecturer
  Issued by Penn State College of Arts and Architecture on May 2020
  Associated with Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA
- Secretary-Treasurer, Architecture Alumni Board
  Issued by Penn State College of Arts and Architecture on Jul 2021
  Associated with Alex Donahue, Ph.D., AIA