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Warren Borg

Contract Instructor

Warren Borg, OAA, NWTAA, MRAIC, has been a PhD student at Carleton University’s ASAU since 2020. He is also an architect and the founder of borg architect. Warren specializes in arctic design and construction methodologies with substantial commercial, residential, and institutional experience in the government and private sectors. One of his guiding principles is that “pride of place is sustainable” and holism is essential to creating viable environments. Warren has served as a guest speaker at various institutions, including Carleton University, Laurentian University and the University of Technology, Jamaica.  

Warren’s research interests revolve around remote transformative architecture and its role during rapid societal shifts within indigenous communities. His doctoral work deals specifically with Iqaluit, Nunavut’s transformative architecture during Sangussaqtauliqtilluta (period of disruption) from the community’s inception in 1941 to 1965. 

Education

PhD, Architecture – Carleton University, 2020-present 

Master of Architecture – Carleton University, 2014 

Bachelor of Architectural Science – Ryerson University, 2010 

Bachelor of Arts – Redeemer University College, 2006 

Recent Courses

ARCU 3100 – The Morphology of the City