Dan Hill

Director, Melbourne School of Design and Professor in Built Environment, Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning, University of Melbourne

Dan Hill is a prominent figure in the field of design and urban planning, currently serving as an Advisory Board Member at the Open Systems Lab in Parkville, Victoria, Australia. His extensive background includes roles in academia and various influential organizations focused on design and urban development.

Professional Background

Current Positions:
- Board Member, Open Systems Lab
- Director, Melbourne School of Design at the University of Melbourne (since April 2022)
- Visiting Professor of Practice, University College London (UCL) (since May 2017)
Previous Roles:
- Director of Strategic Design, Vinnova, Stockholm (2019-2022)
- Mayor of London's Design Advocate (2017-2022)
- Executive Director/Chief Design Officer, Future Cities Catapult, London (2014-2015)
- Held various academic positions at institutions such as RMIT University and the Oslo School of Architecture and Design.

Education

BSc, University of Hertfordshire (1988-1992)
MA, The Manchester Metropolitan University (1995-1997)

Contributions and Interests

Dan Hill's work emphasizes strategic design and urban innovation, focusing on how cities can adapt to contemporary challenges through thoughtful design practices. His involvement with the Open Systems Lab aligns with his commitment to fostering collaborative approaches to urban development and sustainability.

For more details about his professional journey, you can view his LinkedIn profile under the username cityofsound .1