Dr. Konstantinos Papamichael

Professor and Co-Director, Design Program, UC Davis

Konstantinos Papamichael is a professor and the co-director of the California Lighting Technology Center at the University of California, Davis. With over 30 years of experience in energy-efficient building strategies and technologies, Konstantinos is a recognized leader in developing innovations in fenestration systems, daylighting, and the integration of electric lighting and controls.

Academic Background

Konstantinos holds:

• Architectural Engineering degree from the Aristotelian University of Thessaloniki, Greece

• Master’s in Architecture from Iowa State University, with a focus on Building Science and a minor in Energy Systems Engineering

• Ph.D. in Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley, with a focus on Design Theories and Methods and minors in Building Science and Computer Science

Research and Innovation

Konstantinos has dedicated his career to advancing energy efficiency in buildings through cutting-edge research and technology development. His work includes:

• Developing computer-based tools to integrate energy and environmental impact considerations into building design and operation decision-making

• Authoring and co-authoring over 80 publications on energy-efficient design, daylighting, electric lighting, and environmental impact

• Holding four patents related to lighting controls

Professional Contributions

As a member of various committees, Konstantinos actively addresses critical lighting and daylighting issues. He serves as the Chair of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES) Daylighting Committee and participates in initiatives aimed at advancing computer-aided design, daylighting integration, and energy-efficient building technologies.

His groundbreaking work in daylight harvesting controls has been recognized by the Illuminating Engineering Society as a significant advancement in the art and science of lighting.