Engineered Living Materials for the Built Environment:
Interdisciplinary research driving material innovation
What if living organisms could help shape the buildings around us? This exhibition explores emerging advances in 3D printing that use specially designed microorganisms as building materials, offering new possibilities for sustainable design. Featuring work by researchers from the University of Washington, the University of Texas at Austin, and the University of California, Davis, the exhibition highlights collaborative research and student-led exploration into the future of the built environment.
- Opens in February, showing through March 6, Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Closed on Presidents’ Day
This exhibition is part of a series highlighting interdisciplinary research and collaboration across the Department of Chemistry, the Departments of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering, and the Department of Architecture.
Call for proposals: Gould Gallery exhibits in 2026-27 and beyond
The Office of the Dean invites members of the College of Built Environments community to propose exhibitions and related programming for Gould Gallery in academic year 2026–27. We welcome proposals from faculty, staff, and students, as well as ideas for traveling exhibitions and external partnerships that align with CBE’s values and strategic priorities.
Exhibition timing
Exhibitions are typically programmed in four- or five-week installations during autumn, winter, and spring quarters, with the possibility of a two-week extension as the calendar allows. Proposals may be submitted for up to two academic years in advance.
How to submit a proposal
In a message to gouldpav@uw.edu, please describe your proposed exhibition concept, including the themes, intended audience(s), and any faculty, staff, students, community partners, or external collaborators involved. Please note any financial support you have secured or plan to pursue, as well as any technical requirements or specialized display needs. Gallery drawings and elevations are available upon request.
Review process
Proposals submitted by March 6, 2026, will be reviewed by an advisory group of CBE faculty and staff. This group will make recommendations for approval in consultation with the Dean and the Chairs+ academic leadership team. In shaping the exhibition calendar, the advisory group will prioritize proposals that meaningfully reflect CBE’s values and advance the college’s strategic priorities across education, research, and public engagement.
