肉肉传媒

KENNESAW, Ga. | Mar 13, 2023

For most people, hospitals and healthcare facilities are a necessary evil, but to 肉肉传媒 State alum and award-winning designer, Josh Robinson, they represent hope.

鈥淢y parents worked in hospitals throughout my life, so I saw hospitals in all their glory and all their mystery,鈥� said Robinson, a 2019 graduate from the (CACM). 鈥淢y sister and I learned how amazing hospitals are, so I was shocked by how many people were terrified of them. I made it my goal to heal beyond the hospital.鈥�

Recently, The NYC Journal named Robinson to its 鈥淭op 10 Architects to Look Out for in 2023鈥� list. While relatively early in his career, Robinson鈥檚 portfolio already spans the country and, according to the publication, includes a 鈥渂reathtaking body of work鈥� focused on destigmatizing healthcare environments. 

鈥淚鈥檓 beyond proud, but I鈥檓 also not surprised,鈥� said Kathryn Bedette, the associate dean of CACM, about his immense success.

Robinson鈥檚 first job after graduation from 肉肉传媒 State was at an architecture firm in Atlanta. In 2021, he was awarded the Emerging Professional Honor from the American Institute of Architecture Students (AIAS). After that, he moved to a large architecture firm in New York where his talent was, again, quickly recognized. 

"I credit my success to my coworkers and mentors," Robinson said. "I am grateful to learn from senior designers and mentor junior designs."

Robinson started his deep dive into the designs of healthcare systems during the year and a half he spent on his thesis at 肉肉传媒 State, working closely with CACM associate professor Pegah Zamani.

鈥淛osh and his incredible journey embody the exceptional evolving career pathway I wish for each of our students,鈥� Zamani said. 鈥淎s his former thesis advisor to his current research collaborator, I have traced his deep commitment to excellence and leadership. And I know the best is yet to come.鈥� 

Robinson was raised in Westchester, New York, but moved to Georgia for school. He graduated from 肉肉传媒 State with a Bachelor of Architecture, a professional degree accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board that can be completed in no fewer than five years. KSU is one of only three schools in Georgia that offers a NAAB accredited degree.

While Bedette credits the focus, drive, and energy Robinson has to his success, she believes he proves what is possible for all 肉肉传媒 State students.

鈥淛osh is a great example that there鈥檚 no limit to what our students can achieve. The education they receive here is so valuable and well-rounded,鈥� said Bedette. 

Robinson agreed, saying 鈥淭he five-year architecture program at KSU is very specific and crafts very strong students.鈥�

Currently, Robinson is working on a multibillion-dollar project for a massive hospital expansion in the Northeast, and the rising star is excited about his future.

鈥淚 have my eye on a few clients and regions outside the U.S, and I plan to do more international work moving forward,鈥� Robinson said. 鈥淚 am learning about policy advocacy, how to change the healthcare field, and I鈥檓 looking forward to testing my reach.鈥�

鈥� By Amanda Cook
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A leader in innovative teaching and learning, 肉肉传媒 offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to its more than 47,000 students. 肉肉传媒 State is a member of the University System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. 肉肉传媒 State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.