Neri Oxman

Neri Oxman was born on February 6, 1976, in Haifa, Israel. She grew up in an environment surrounded by architecture as both of her parents were architecture teachers. This early exposure fueled her passion for creation from a young age.

Neri Oxman, an American-Israeli designer and architect known for her innovative work in the field of material ecology, was born on June 6, 1976.

During the 1980s, Neri Oxman pursued her interest in architecture by studying at the Technion and the Architectural Association in London. This educational background laid the foundation for her future work in design and innovation.

In 1990, Neri Oxman completed her PhD at MIT under the mentorship of William J. Mitchell. This academic achievement played a crucial role in shaping her career path.

In 1997, Neri Oxman enrolled at Hebrew University's Hadassah Medical School before transitioning to pursue architecture.

After studying at Technion Israel Institute of Technology, Neri Oxman furthered her architectural education by enrolling at the Architectural Association (RIBA 2) in 2000.

In 2004, Neri Oxman completed her architecture studies at the prestigious Architectural Association School of Architecture in London after transferring from Technion Israel Institute of Technology.

In 2005, Neri Oxman traveled to the United States to pursue her Ph.D. studies in architectural design and computation at MIT. During her time at MIT, she developed a keen interest in environmental design and digital morphogenesis, a form of generative art. Oxman also initiated her research project called material ecology, which involved exploring generative design.

In 2006, Neri Oxman developed her philosophy of material ecology while studying at MIT. This philosophy combines 3D printing techniques with various scientific fields to create objects and structures through growth, without assembly, aiming to harmonize humanity with nature.

In 2007, Neri Oxman created the Monocoque project, demonstrating how a printed structure could support its weight via its exterior skin rather than interior supports, pioneering the concept of 'variable property rapid prototyping'.

In 2008, Neri Oxman was appointed as the Sony Corporation Career Development Professor of Media Arts and Sciences at MIT. This marked a significant milestone in her career as an educator and researcher.

In 2009, Neri Oxman was recognized as one of 'The 20 Most Influential Architects to Shape Our Future' by ICON, highlighting her impact on the architectural world.

In 2010, Neri Oxman completed her Ph.D. in Design Computation from MIT, showcasing her expertise and dedication to technological advancements and scientific research.

In 2011, Neri Oxman married Grammy Award-winning Argentine composer Osvaldo Golijov, who had a significant influence on her work.

In 2012, the Centre Georges Pompidou Museum in Paris acquired Neri Oxman's work for their private collection, recognizing her talent and contribution to the art world.

In 2013, Neri Oxman and her team at Mediated Matter developed innovative printing technologies, including a printer capable of creating room sections and a groundbreaking glass printer.

Neri Oxman was awarded the 2014 Vilcek Prize in Design for her outstanding contributions in the field of design. The prize celebrates cultural leaders and change-makers.

Neri Oxman delivered a TED talk discussing material ecology and the symbiosis between technology, biology, and design, emphasizing the integration of scientific insights into various aspects of life.

In 2016, Neri Oxman collaborated with Björk to create a mask based on the singer's face and worked with Dutch fashion designer Iris van Herpen to 3D-print a collection of wearable couture, showcasing her versatility and creativity.

For the 2017 Milan Design Week, Neri Oxman designed the 10-foot tall sculpture of light and printed glass 'YET'.

Neri Oxman, a tenured professor at MIT's Media Lab, received the Cooper Hewitt Design award for interaction design in 2018. She is known for her work in material ecology, combining computational design, synthetic biology, and 3-D printing to create innovative structures and garments.

Neri Oxman, a renowned designer and architect, gives a talk at MIT's Kresge Auditorium while being seven months pregnant. She discusses her innovative approach to material ecology and the future of architecture and design.

Neri Oxman is introduced as an American-Israeli designer who incorporates design ideas from nature to manipulate nature itself.

In 2021, Neri Oxman was honored as the Honorary Royal Designer for Industry by the Royal Society of Arts. This prestigious recognition highlights Oxman's significant contributions to the design industry.