Lindsey Caseneuve is a proud Double Panther whose journey at Florida International University has come full circle. A 2025 graduate of FIU’s Department of Architecture, she now returns to campus as an Adjunct Lecturer in the same department, currently teaching Design One, Design Two, Graphic One, and Graphic Two to lower-division architecture students.
In her courses, Lindsey introduces students to the foundations of architectural thinking. Through sketching, drawing, and spatial studies, students learn how to translate ideas into form, understand sections and plans, and develop functional spaces grounded in strong conceptual thinking. These early studios prepare students for more advanced coursework as they progress through the program.
Lindsey’s path to architecture began with creativity. Drawing was always second nature to her, and architecture became the discipline where creative expression met structure and problem-solving. Her time as a student at FIU played a formative role in shaping her approach to design and work ethic.
“Architecture at FIU pushed me to be competitive, organized, and fully invested in my work. Being attached to your projects and seeing them come together is such a rewarding feeling,” she shares.
That mindset continues to inform her teaching today. Transitioning from student to professor offered Lindsey a new perspective on architectural education, especially when it comes to preparing students for the realities of studio culture and professional practice. One of the most important lessons she emphasizes is the value of organization and discipline early in the design process.
“One of the biggest things I emphasize with my students is time management. If you want your ideas to come across clearly, you have to know how to manage your time from the very beginning,” Lindsey explains.
Reflecting on her own education and professional experience, Lindsey also points to the importance of keeping pace with evolving tools and technologies in the field. While foundational drawing and design skills remain central in lower-division studios, she sees emerging technology as an essential part of architectural practice.
“Technology is a big part of architecture. Software like Rhino and Grasshopper are important, but now AI is changing everything. It’s something we have to start embracing,” she notes.
One of Lindsey’s proudest academic achievements is her master’s thesis project, Glass Haven, which received Super Jury recognition. Deeply personal, the project draws from her Haitian heritage and explores architecture as a tool for cultural connection. Designed as a futuristic, biogrowth greenhouse located at the border between Haiti and the Dominican Republic, Glass Haven centers on shared traditions of herbal medicine and natural remedies, serving as both a functional space and a symbolic bridge between communities.
Beyond teaching, Lindsey continues to nurture her own creative ambitions. One of her long-term goals is to develop a furniture line focused on bold, sculptural pieces that blur the line between utility and art.
“One of my dreams is to create a furniture line with iconic, sculptural pieces, objects that function as furniture but are also works of art,” she says.
For students considering architecture, Lindsey offers thoughtful advice. Pursue the field with intention and passion. Loving the work, she believes, is what fuels creativity, resilience, and growth.
As both alumna and educator, Lindsey Caseneuve embodies the spirit of Panther Alumni Week and demonstrates how FIU continues to shape designers who return to inspire and guide the next generation.
