PHILANTHROPIC
ARCHITECTURE

ABOUT ME

Markus Zorn

I am driven by a desire to understand, connect, and create impact. With a background in architecture and humanitarian aid, I work at the intersection of design, research, and advocacy to address global challenges. My experience in emergency response, disaster risk reduction, and community engagement has shaped my belief that sustainable solutions emerge through collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

Additionally, I engage in photography, web & graphic design, and serious games, using interactive methods to communicate ideas and drive engagement. I am available for lectures, workshops, and collaborations on these topics

CONTACT

WHAT I DO

Key areas of work

Picture taken from an airplane showing peri-urban space in South Sudan.

Humanitarian Aid & Emergency Response

Global Emergency Response Team Officer (CVA & NFI), experienced in rapid deployment for crisis situations
Expertise in disaster risk reduction, community-based methodologies (BBB, CMDRR), and humanitarian project management
Technical knowledge in CVA, Shelter and NFI programming, and post-disaster reconstruction
Integration of digital tools, mobile data collection, and emergency preparedness for humanitarian interventions

Design, Research & Innovation

Architectural background applied to humanitarian settings, with a focus on shelter, resilience, and sustainable development
Experience in participatory design and co-creation methods to foster local engagement
Web & graphic design expertise for knowledge sharing and advocacy
Development of serious games and interactive learning tools for education and capacity building

Public Engagement & Knowledge Sharing

Speaker and facilitator for lectures, workshops, and trainings on humanitarian aid, architecture, and innovation
Tutor for Master’s students in design, architecture, and innovation fields
Contributor to media, academic publications, and public discussions on global challenges
Founder of Fieldnotes to a Friend, a blog sharing insights on humanitarian aid, design, and societal challenges
Photography to document and communicate humanitarian work