Mary Comerio

Mary Comerio is an architect and professor known for studying how buildings and communities recover after disasters like earthquakes and fires. She analyzes how the design and planning of homes and neighborhoods can influence a community's ability to heal and rebuild. Her work helps inform strategies that make recovery more efficient, resilient, and supportive for those affected. Comerio’s insights assist architects, policymakers, and emergency response teams in creating safer, more adaptable environments in the face of disasters.