Marcus Calhoun,

AIA, LFA, SAP

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Marcus Calhoun is one of the nation’s leading architects in disaster-resilient and sustainable design, recognized for his ability to merge innovation with purpose in the built environment. A licensed architect and member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), a Leadership in the Future of Architecture (LFA) fellow, and a certified assessor with California’s Safety Assessment Program (SAP), Marcus brings over two decades of experience shaping resilient communities through design excellence.

 

His work spans post-disaster reconstruction, nature-based design, and green infrastructure projects, where he integrates architectural precision with ecological systems to create adaptive, regenerative spaces. From flood-prone neighborhoods to coastal restoration initiatives, Marcus applies a holistic approach that unites form, safety, and sustainability.

 

At Disaster Science LLC, Marcus leads architectural resilience and design advisory, ensuring that every project embodies both technical strength and environmental harmony. Guided by the belief that great design should protect, restore, and inspire, he continues to redefine what it means to build for a changing world.