Lee Marom

Lee Marom is a multidisciplinary researcher, engineer, and computational designer currently pursuing a graduate degree in the SMArchS Computation program at MIT. Her work blends computational design, sustainable materials, and digital fabrication to create interactive public spaces and products, driven by an engineering-informed approach to design. Lee is passionate about leveraging technology to shape experiences that connect people and foster engagement in both built environments and everyday objects.

Prior to joining MIT’s Department of Architecture, Lee gained diverse industry experience working as a mechanical engineer for innovative art and architecture studios such as Breakfast Studio in Brooklyn and Futureforms in San Francisco. In these roles, she contributed to projects that merged technology, art, and fabrication for customers, including Tiffany Co., Art Miami, and Fontaine Bleau.

Lee holds an MS in Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in biomechanics and fabrication, along with a BS in Product Design Engineering from Stanford University. During her time at Stanford, she served as a teaching assistant in the Product Realization Lab, mentoring students in design for manufacturing and fabrication processes, and was the dedicated woodshop specialist, helping foster hands-on skills within the community.