Engin Ayaz

Engin is a transdisciplinary designer and strategist with a background in architecture, systems thinking, and interaction design. As a co-founder of ATOLYE, Engin focuses on leading a diverse team around interscalar strategy and design projects while honing the organization’s shared culture.

In 2013, Engin received his Master's in Interactive Design and Media Arts from Tisch School of Arts, ITP of New York University. Following his ITP thesis on collaborative creative spaces, he co-founded ATÖLYE.

Between 2003 and 2011, Engin received a dual degree in Architectural Design and Engineering from Stanford University, Engin worked in the European and US offices of ARUP as a Sustainable Design Consultant. Engin has also received fellowships from Merage Foundation and the US Environmental Protection Agency.