Sebastian Hicks

Magister architecturae, Academy of Fine Arts, Vienna, 2005
Studio for Habitat, Environment and Conservation, Carl Pruscha, UN Physical Planning Advisor, Nepal; DESIGN DISSERTATION: De-Sign; mapping of the mixed use terrace over a period of 200 years in East- London as an example of incremental urbanism and adaptable landscape for migrant communities.

In-depth knowledge of Hi-tech sustainable materials, lightweight structures including cutting edge product development and implementation through advanced production techniques. Specialist knowledge and experience of low-tech solutions developed for contemporary contexts in areas of scarce resource.

Diverse range of professional engagement with the shaping of the built environment in a range of urban and rural settings and a range of scales including retro-fit, remodelling, capacity building, procurement methods and energy production. Competition Success in the field of sustainable housing. Multiple projects realised in the field of sustainable design.

Experience of diverse cultural contexts .Wide experience in the field of Humanitarian Engineering in a global contemporary society. Research experience in the Global South related to Material Technologies and Culture.