Another Day, Another Dollar General: The Architectural, Environmental, and Economic Impacts of Dollar Stores

Jacob Rohan, Natalie Kuehl, and Franziska Burkard, “Another Day, Another Dollar General: The Architectural, Environmental, and Economic Impacts of Dollar Stores” Mentor: Lindsey Krug, Architecture Oral Presentation Block 1 In 2022, one in three new retail openings in America is…… Read More

Missing Pieces: Transforming Learned Architectural Practice Towards Compassionate Pedagogies

Jessica Van Dyck, “Missing Pieces: Transforming Learned Architectural Practice Towards Compassionate Pedagogies” Mentor: Trudy Watt, Architecture Oral Presentation Block 2 This project looks towards a future of compassionate, inclusive architecture by means of transforming traditional design education and learned architecture…… Read More

Shaping the Design Process with Engaged Interviewing

Isabella Cosentino and Luis Ylizaliturri Fernandez, “Shaping the Design Process with Engaged Interviewing” Mentor: Trudy Watt, Architecture Poster #42 This study is a continuation of an ongoing project where the primary objective is to focus on the previously uncritiqued methods…… Read More

The Importance of Green Buildings and Renewable Energy

Andres Velazquez, “The Importance of Green Buildings and Renewable Energy” Mentor: James Wasley, Architecture Oral Presentation Block 2 Green energy is a very important topic in today’s world. With the continuing change in our planet’s atmosphere and temperature, we as…… Read More

The Resource Guide: The Department of Architecture’s Development of Sustainable Strategies Towards Creating a Better Future

Jacob Rohan, Marina Fabela, Andrea Mendoza, and Megan Schulte, “The Resource Guide: The Department of Architecture’s Development of Sustainable Strategies Towards Creating a Better Future” Mentor: Chelsea Wait, Architecture Poster #111 Lack of diversity is ingrained in higher education, and…… Read More

The Value of Urban Agriculture: A Community’s Perspective

Liam Farin, “The Value of Urban Agriculture: A Community’s Perspective” Mentor: Arijit Sen, Architecture Oral Presentation Block 1 Urban agriculture has existed for thousands of years, dating back to Ancient Mesopotamia. However, urban agriculture (UA) in its current form and…… Read More