Designing, Crafting and Building Community:
30 Years of Practicing a Design / Build Learning Model
This exhibit, organized by Professor Daniel Winterbottom, represents a reflective “looking back” over thirty years since the design / build model was embedded into the Department of Landscape Architecture’s Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) program at the University of Washington.
As a unique model of teaching, learning and community service, the exhibition includes voices of past and current participants, and shows the narrative of its evolution.
At the heart of this program, design / build addresses issues of social justice, green building, ecological and sustainable design and supporting students to explore materials, forms, and responsive design. Employing multimedia, this immersive exhibition is a mosaic illustrating the diversity of projects, community partners, student experiences, and award-winning projects.
- Opens March 30 through May 1, Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
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.
