CLOSE READS CONSULTANCY is the consulting practice of Judith DiMaio Architect, FAIA, RIBA, providing expertise to architecture and design firms, educational institutions, cultural organizations and individuals. Her unique and layered approach is grounded in visual literacy and close reads.

DiMaio is the de facto design expert in regards to modern architecture across the globe. Her decades in academia, extensive worldwide travel and unique personal relationships with some of the 20th Century’s greatest architects have enabled her to forge a ubiquitous role within the industry and culture of architecture and design. She has served as an architectural advisor on some of history's most prized building restorations. Gifted with the ability to see beyond the envelope, DiMaio seeks to give voice to the rich and complex stories inherent in our built environment.