Renata Jadresin Milic AUCKLAND
Renata Jadresin Milic is Associate Professor in Architectural History and Theory, Architectural Design and Research Methods at the School of Architecture at Unitec Institute of Technology| Te Pukenga.
She is the Bachelor of Architectural Studies Discipline Leader, Master of Architecture (Professional) Conservation and Heritage Stream Leader in the School of Architecture, the founder of the Digital Heritage Research Centre, and a member of The Environmental Solutions Research Centre at Unitec.
Renata holds undergraduate and postgraduate architectural degrees, an MSc and a PhD in architectural history, theory and heritage. She explores the theory and practice of heritage conservation and adapting historic places, as well as incorporating new designs into heritage environments, both internationally and in Aotearoa, New Zealand. Renata has also led applied research projects involving community groups, industry partners, and students, utilising the most advanced digital heritage methodologies (3D laser scanning, photogrammetry, BIM).
Renata was an active member of the National Committee of ICOMOS Serbia from 2015 and joined ICOMOS Aotearoa New Zealand in 2021. Becoming a Board member in 2022, she has been a member of:
- Legislation and Policy Committee
- Advocacy and Communications Committee
- ICOMOS NZ Mentorship Programme and ICOMOS NZ Emerging Professional Involvement working groups
- ICOMOS NZ Strategic Plan (2023-2028) working group.