Jacob Lehrer | PAACADEMY

Jacob Lehrer

Who Is Jacob Lehrer?

Jacob Lehrer is exploring the future of sustainable architecture, utilizing emerging computational techniques and advanced manufacturing technologies. He began his academic career at Wentworth Institute of Technology, earning a Bachelor of Science in Architecture with a concentration in Emerging Technologies.

Using Rhino and Grasshopper, he developed systems to create facades, pavilions, and sculptures utilizing Kuka Robotics systems and Wasp robotic clay printing. With a commitment to sustainable design, Lehrer holds three LEED AP accreditations (BD+C, O+M, ND) and believes computation is key to tailoring projects to their specific locations, facilitating a more sustainable development process. His work blends aesthetics and environmental responsibility with a core focus on the natural world. Building on this unique experience, Jacob will attend SCI_Arc starting in August 2025.

His distinctive experience with advanced Grasshopper applications informs his approach to teaching the fundamentals of this software. Jacob previously taught the 'Environment-Reactive Computation (with Ladybug)' workshop and the Grasshopper Essential Plugins for Beginners 101 series at PAACADEMY.