I am David Seamon, an American geographer, phenomenologist, author, and academic, born on April 14, 1948. Throughout my career, I have delved into the realms of architectural phenomenology, environmental phenomenology, and environmental design as placemaking.
Serving as the editor of the Environmental and Architectural Phenomenology journal since 1990, I’ve contributed significantly to the discourse in this field. My published works, including “Life Takes Place: Phenomenology, Lifeworlds and Place Making” (2018, Routledge), have explored the intricate connections between human experience and the spaces we inhabit.
I graduated with a PhD in geography from Clark University in 1977. Following my doctoral studies, I spent time as a post-doctoral research fellow at the University of Lund in Sweden, collaborating with distinguished humanistic geographer Anne Buttimer.
My academic journey led me to various teaching positions, culminating in my current role as Professor of Environment-Behavior and Place Studies at Kansas State University since 1993.
Alongside my academic endeavors, I’ve remained dedicated to advancing our understanding of the interplay between individuals and their environments, shaping the discourse in behavioral geography and place phenomenology.