Peter Yeadon


Peter Yeadon is an American architect and designer. He is a professor and head of the Department of Industrial Design at the Rhode Island School of Design, where he has taught since 2002.

Early years and education

Yeadon was born in Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada. After studying engineering at Dalhousie University, he graduated with a Master of Architecture degree from Dalhousie University in 1989. Prior to teaching at Rhode Island School of Design, he was a faculty member at Cornell University and the University of Toronto.

Career

Based in New York City he is known for his research in advanced materials for architecture and industrial design.
He serves on the Advisory Council of the Climate Museum.

Honors and awards

Peter Yeadon Prix de Rome project records, Canadian Centre for Architecture.