Architect and Advocate for Socially Responsible Design
Catherine Jacquot is a French architect renowned for her commitment to socially responsible architecture, gender equity in the profession, and sustainable urban development. As former President of the French National Council of the Order of Architects (CNOA), she has played a key role in shaping public policy and promoting ethical architectural practices. Her career spans decades of design, advocacy, and institutional leadership, with a particular focus on housing, urban renewal, and inclusion. A vocal proponent of architecture’s civic role, Jacquot has consistently pushed for greater representation of women in architecture and for the discipline to respond meaningfully to environmental and social challenges. Her contributions have made her a leading voice in reimagining architecture as a tool for equity and resilience.
