A key focus of this studio will be to explore systems at both a technical and a performative level, and how integrating them into the conception of a building's design from the outset can yield a richer, more sophisticated, and more cultural and environmentally engaged kind of architecture.

The studio focuses on advanced topics in architectural design, which increase in complexity from topics in 402 and may run the course of the semester. Several complex planning and design projects. Emphasis on refined planning and presentation techniques.

The studio focuses on advanced topics in architectural design, which increase in complexity from topics in 402 and may run the course of the semester. Several complex planning and design projects. Emphasis on refined planning and presentation techniques.

This course serves as an introduction to the history and theory of Historic Preservation. Though focused primarily on the development of the discipline within the United States, the course draws on important links to international conservation movements, laws, and theories.

An introductory course to graphic design and visual communication.

Analysis and review of the entire light-frame construction process, from regulation and design through site preparation, project management, and ultimate delivery of a completed structure. Limited to MArch and MS Design majors.

Visual communication skills necessary and related to architectural design presentation. Master's level.

Visual communication skills necessary and related to architectural design presentation. Master's level.

The Commonwealth Honors College thesis or project is intended to provide students with the opportunity to work closely with faculty members to define and carry out in-depth research or creative endeavors. It provides excellent preparation for students who intend to continue their education through graduate study or begin their professional careers. The student works closely with their 499Y Honors Research sponsor to pursue research on a topic or question of special interest to them in preparation for writing a 499T Honors Thesis or completing a 499P Honors Project.

Honors Thesis expectations are high. The intended end-product is a traditional research manuscript with accompanying artifact(s), all theses: - are 6 credits or more of sustained research on a single topic, typically conducted over two semesters. - begin with creative inquiry and systematic research. - include documentation of substantive scholarly endeavor. - culminate in an oral defense or other form of public presentation.