Master of High Performance Buildings in Chicago United States | Illinois Institute of Technology

The Master of High Performance Buildings degree, a collaborative program between the College of Architecture and Armour College of Engineering's Department of Civil, Architectural, and Environmental Engineering, is designed for professionals pursuing expertise in crafting technologically advanced, sustainable structures with design excellence.

Situated in Chicago—a global epicenter for architectural and engineering innovation—Illinois Institute of Technology stands where long-span construction techniques were refined and skyscrapers were pioneered. Our students inherit this tradition of groundbreaking development while learning directly from industry-leading practitioners.

Focusing equally on new developments and energy-conscious renovations, the curriculum prioritizes practical experience with state-of-the-art building technologies. It fosters a holistic design methodology that harmonizes building science, energy conservation, and sophisticated systems integration to minimize structures' ecological footprints.