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150-200 Architecture Journalists from Leading Architecture News Outlets
Explore our expertly curated list of top architecture journalists for 2025, chosen for their thoughtful and influential coverage of architectural innovations and urban planning. Selection criteria included the readership of their articles, frequency of publication, and the authority of their platforms in the architecture niche. Keeping journalist profiles up-to-date allows for targeted pitches that resonate with ongoing architectural discussions, increasing the relevance and impact of your press releases.
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Cathleen McGuigan is a consulting editor at Architectural Record, where she shaped architectural journalism for over a decade as editor-in-chief. Based in New York, her work intersects design innovation, climate action, and equity in the built environment.
"The best stories show architecture solving human problems, not just creating beautiful objects."
Watching What's Next: Cathleen McGuigan on Her Tenure, Evolution, and Mentorship
AN speaks with former Architectural Record editor in chief Cathleen McGuigan
President Biden Overturns Trump Executive Order on Classical Architecture
Christopher Hume (The Hub, Canada) dissects the interplay between architecture, policy, and societal well-being. With 40+ years documenting Canadian cities, his work informs national debates on housing, transit, and public space equity.
David Barista is Editorial Director at Building Design+Construction, the leading U.S. publication for commercial construction professionals. With 20+ years covering AEC trends, he’s renowned for analyzing how technological adoption patterns among industry giants shape market standards.
“The most successful pitches connect specific tools to broader industry pain points.” – Barista in 2023 AEC Next keynote
Contact via BD+C profile for pitches aligned with commercial construction innovation trends.
David Theodore stands at the forefront of architectural discourse as Canada Research Chair at McGill University and correspondent for Canadian Architect. His work intersects three core domains:
“The most compelling architectural stories emerge where material constraints meet human ingenuity.”
Theodore’s groundbreaking research has been recognized through the Pierre Burton Award and Venice Biennale curation. Current projects explore Arctic data center designs informed by Inuit ice architecture.
As Editor-at-Large for Architect Magazine's Architectural Lighting vertical, Elizabeth Donoff shapes global conversations about lighting technology and design integration. With 20+ years of experience spanning architectural practice and journalism, she brings unique technical authority to coverage of:
Successful pitches combine technical depth with design narrative. Recent interests include:
"Great lighting journalism illuminates both the art and equations." - 2024 LightFair International Keynote
Elizabeth Hopkirk is a UK-based journalist specializing in architecture, urban policy, and heritage conservation. As a chief reporter for Housing Today and contributor to Building Design, she bridges industry expertise with rigorous policy analysis. Her work at Save Britain’s Heritage informs a unique perspective on sustainable reuse of historic structures.
With awards from IBP and RIBA, Hopkirk’s reporting shapes debates on creating livable, low-carbon cities. Her dual focus on preservation and innovation makes her a critical voice for stakeholders aiming to balance heritage with climate urgency.
Gemma Savio stands at the intersection of architectural practice and cultural commentary. As Curator of Contemporary Design at Melbourne’s National Gallery of Victoria and former editor of Houses magazine, she brings practitioner’s insight to design criticism.
Prefers receiving pitches via professional portfolio sites with detailed project documentation. Responsive to follow-ups within 14 days if initial concept aligns with current editorial focus on climate-resilient design.
Holly Cunneen stands as Australia's preeminent design journalist, currently shaping discourse as Editor-at-Large for Habitus Living. Her work consistently explores three core themes:
Successful pitches combine technical specifications with human-centered narratives, particularly those highlighting Australian designers under 40. Avoid commercial real estate or urban infrastructure topics.
With 40+ years shaping architectural discourse, Hugh Pearman combines journalistic rigor with preservation expertise. His current roles:
"Conservation isn't nostalgia - it's the ultimate sustainable practice."
Ian Volner (b. 1985) is a New York-based architecture critic and urban affairs writer currently contributing to Architectural Record, where his profile can be found here. With 15+ years of experience, he specializes in:
Isabelle Priest stands among the UK’s most influential architectural journalists, combining rigorous historical analysis with forward-looking critiques of design practice. As managing editor of RIBA Journal, she shapes discourse on everything from climate-conscious materials to the social equity implications of modernist legacies.
“Priest’s writing doesn’t just describe buildings – it rewires how we understand architecture’s role in society.” – 2024 IBP Judges Panel
Jeff Colley stands at the forefront of sustainable architecture journalism as publisher and editor of Passive House Plus Magazine. For over two decades, his work has shaped building regulations and design practices across Europe, particularly in his native Ireland where he helped implement groundbreaking energy efficiency standards.
Colley’s TEDx talk and policy work demonstrate his unique position as both industry insider and public educator. Those pitching should emphasize technical rigor while connecting to broader climate action frameworks.
As Dezeen’s senior contributing editor, McKnight shapes global conversations about design’s role in addressing climate change, urbanization, and social equity. Her 15-year career spans:
“True architectural journalism documents both the steel beams and the social fabric they support.”
Jim Crockett remains architecture journalism's preeminent voice on technological innovation and sustainable design. Based in Charlotte, NC, his work for Architectural Products consistently pushes the industry toward measurable improvements in building performance and environmental stewardship.
With 27 industry awards and recognition from the American Institute of Architects, Crockett's work remains essential reading for architects, engineers, and building technology innovators.
For PR professionals seeking to engage Canada’s preeminent architecture writer, understanding Mays’ dual lens – historical erudition and mental health advocacy – proves crucial. Currently contributing to The Globe and Mail’s urban design vertical, his work dissects buildings as psychological artifacts.
“Festive architecture that defies mediocrity” – Mays’ iconic description of Libeskind’s ROM crystal, quoted in 15+ academic papers on museum design
Avoid pitching commercial real estate trends or celebrity architect profiles. Mays’ readers expect deep dives into architecture’s societal imprint, not market analyses. His award-winning career blended journalistic rigor with literary flair – successful pitches mirror this duality with data-driven storytelling.
John Czarnecki is a versatile journalist and editor specializing in commercial architecture, sports rehabilitation, and athletic program leadership. As editor-in-chief of Contract Magazine, he champions innovative design solutions for public spaces, while his background in sports therapy informs his coverage of athlete-centric environments.
“Rehabilitation can be grueling... showing clients their progress through photos and videos is an effective motivator.” —John Czarnecki on his therapeutic philosophy
Johnny Tucker (Blueprint Magazine, UK) stands at the forefront of architectural journalism, specializing in sustainable urban design and technological innovation. His work bridges technical engineering concepts with cultural preservation narratives, particularly focused on European modernist movements.
As Editor-in-Chief of Architectural Record, Josephine Minutillo shapes global conversations about cultural spaces and sustainable design. With 24+ years of experience spanning practice and journalism, she brings unparalleled technical acuity to stories about museums, urban infrastructure, and architectural legacy.
Design Team Led by Selldorf Architects Selected to Reimagine London’s National Gallery
April 2025 Editor's Letter
[Implicit from career context: Coverage of Diller Scofidio + Renfro’s *Architecture, Not Architecture* monograph]
As senior reporter at The Sydney Morning Herald, Julie Power masterfully navigates the intersection of urban design, equitable tourism, and transport innovation. Her work consistently bridges policy analysis with human-centered storytelling, making her essential reading for planners and entrepreneurs alike.
"The best pitches frame technical details through community voices—show me who benefits and how."
Sustainable Urban Design: How Sydney Balances Growth and Heritage
Tourism Reimagined: Post-Pandemic Shifts in Australian Travel Trends
Road Safety Tech Startups Driving Innovation in Transport Infrastructure
As Australia's leading voice in narrative-driven architectural journalism, Amodeo crafts stories that reveal how built environments shape human experience. Her current work for ArchitectureAU and international publications focuses on three key areas:
Successful story ideas should include:
"The most compelling architectural stories emerge where form meets function in service of human connection."
As architecture editor at Figure 1 Publishing, Jen documents how buildings shape national consciousness. Her 2021 book Canadian Architecture: Evolving a Cultural Identity remains the definitive survey of contemporary design practices.
"Jen's work makes architectural theory accessible without sacrificing technical rigor" - RAIC Awards Committee
As senior contributor to Architecture Australia, Cheng dissects the social impact of built environments through cultural and design lenses. Her work emphasizes:
Successful story angles should:
"Architecture journalism must bridge the gap between drafting tables and dinner tables" – Cheng's editorial philosophy
Louisa Wright is a lead journalist at ArchitectureAU, Australia’s premier architecture publication, where she has authored 120+ articles on sustainable design and urban innovation. With a career spanning Cambodia’s Phnom Penh Post and RMIT University’s journalism program, she brings global perspective to Australia’s built environment debates.
Marcus Fairs (1967-2022) was the visionary founder and editor-in-chief of Dezeen, the world's leading digital architecture and design publication. Based in London but with global reach, Fairs transformed design journalism through his innovative digital strategies and commitment to accessible storytelling.
Successful pitches combine strong visual components with social impact narratives. Fairs prioritized stories demonstrating design's role in addressing climate change and urban challenges. Avoid product-focused submissions without cultural context.
Based in Sydney and writing for Green Magazine, Marcus Piper has redefined architectural journalism through his material-focused approach. His work sits at the intersection of sustainable design, indigenous knowledge systems, and digital fabrication technologies.
"True innovation in architecture isn't about what we build, but how we document the building process itself." - Marcus Piper, 2024 Green Magazine Editorial
As lead correspondent for ArchitectureAU, Johnson shapes global conversations about sustainable urban development. His work combines technical rigor with policy analysis, particularly focusing on:
"Architecture’s next frontier lies in harmonizing human ambition with planetary boundaries."
Ned Cramer is a design communicator specializing in architecture’s role in climate resilience and social equity. Currently contributing to Dodge Construction Network’s Column, his work bridges policy, material innovation, and community-driven urbanism.
“The most consequential architecture isn’t about form—it’s about forming new relationships between people, materials, and the planet.”
Awards: Venice Biennale Special Mention (2012), Hanley Wood Vision Award (2018)
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As Senior Features Editor at Architectural Digest, Nick Mafi has redefined design journalism through narratives that interweave spatial innovation with cultural identity. His work spans:
Recent milestones include his ASME-winning Jimmy Butler home feature and curatorial work with The Met. Mafi avoids DIY design coverage and sustainability reporting unless tied to luxury innovation.
Nicolas Valencia stands at the forefront of architectural journalism, blending design expertise with incisive cultural commentary through his work at ArchDaily. Based in Santiago but analyzing global trends, he specializes in:
"Contemporary architecture's value lies not in form alone, but in its capacity to document and shape human experience."
Architecture and Communication: Dissemination, Curators and Architecture News
Paolo Portoghesi, First Director of the Venice Architecture Biennale, Passes Away at the Age of 92
Chile’s Pavilion at the Venice Biennial 2021 Arrives at Santiago’s Museum of Contemporary Art
Paul Finch OBE bridges architectural innovation and media critique as Programme Director of the World Architecture Festival and columnist for The Architects’ Journal. With roots in policing and investigative journalism, his work exposes the societal impacts of design decisions through historical analysis and data journalism.
"Finch’s work redefined how we document the built environment’s social contract." – RIBA Honorary Fellowship Citation, 2015
Recent bylines dissect infrastructure policy through multimedia storytelling, notably in World Architecture Festival.
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