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About

Leopold Wehner is an architectural designer.

Recognition

2026 — Lori Ann Pristo Award

Awarded by the Faculty of the University of Virginia Department of Architecture for academic excellence and achieving the highest GPA in the study of architecture.

2026 — Edward Allen Student Award

Presented by the Building Technology Educators’ Society in recognition of demonstrated commitment, passion, curiosity, and excellence in the integration of building technology and architectural design.

2026 — Foundation Board Fellowship

Selected as the 2025-2026 University of Virginia School of Architecture Foundation Board of Trustees Graduate Fellowship recipient in recognition of a graduate student who shows extraordinary potential for leadership, academic excellence, and research contributions.

2026 — Faculty of Architecture Award for Design Excellence

Awarded by the Faculty of the University of Virginia Department of Architecture.

2026 — Virginia AIA Prize UVA School of Architecture Finalist

Selected as one of the entries to represent the UVA School of Architecture for the 2026 Virginia AIA Prize, a weekend-long design charrette competition, for the submission “Craft Garage”

2024 — Virginia AIA Prize UVA School of Architecture Finalist

Selected as one of the entries to represent the UVA School of Architecture for the 2024 Virginia AIA Prize, a weekend-long design charrette competition, for the submission “Digital Wharf”

2021 — University Theater/TAPS Technical Award

Awarded in support of the graduating student who has made the most significant design and technical contributions to the University Theater during their collegiate experience.

UVA Student Spotlight

LUNCH 19

Framework for cost analysis of complex concrete floor system shape optimization techniques

Holistic evaluation of formwork materials for low-carbon concrete