Wilvan I. Van Campen was born in Honolulu, and received his architectural education at Cornell University.

Since 1987, he has maintained an independent practice based in the SoHo neighborhood of Manhattan. He is a licensed architect in New York, California, Hawaii, Florida and New Jersey; an NCARB Certificate holder; a member of the American Institute of Architects; and an Artist certified by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.

He has taught at numerous universities, received various awards, and appeared in many publications, etc.

He is very appreciative of the support from his clients and collaborators over the years.