The GSD remembers In Memoriam: Joseph E. Brown MLAUD ’72 who passed away on October 31, 2024. Joe had a profound influence on the field of landscape architecture through his multidisciplinary approach and work at all scales at EDAW and AECOM. His commitments to land stewardship and sustainability were both remarkable and enduring.

Joe’s unwavering support and generosity, notably through establishing the Joe Brown and Jacinta McCann Fund for Faculty Research and his service on the Harvard Design Magazine’s Practitioner’s Advisory Board, have left an indelible imprint on the GSD and the broader field of design research. His dedication to fostering innovation and learning has inspired countless faculty and students, and his legacy will undoubtedly continue to shape design thinking for generations to come.

Here you can read more about Joe’s life and legacy.