Casey Castor is a Principal of Practice Labs, where he leads sustainable design across Practice schools, civic projects, and affordable housing projects as well as sustainability consulting services across typologies and clients. He holds a degree in architectural design and a master's in building science allowing him to bring a metrics-driven approach to integrating sustainability into every phase of project development. Casey is also the co-founder of Mack Research, which is advancing a vertical wind energy technology for building facades. As the 2026 Chair of AIA|LA’s Committee on the Environment, he champions policies and strategies that align built environments with climate goals. His work is rooted in innovation, environmental resilience, and community-centered design. Casey received the Rising Star Planet Positive Award from Metropolis magazine in 2025 showing national recognition for his work in sustainability, especially for underserved communities.