university of Washington north campus housing

The northeast precinct of the University of Washington is a distinct campus landscape, possessing a unique natural character, unspoiled by the built environment of the bustling academic campus situated within. Distinguished by its associations with the iconic landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, the north campus is defined by its forest-like canopy of trees and iconic views from the eastern ridge, overlooking the Cascade Mountains and Union Bay. The design intention for the North Campus Housing project is to unite the open space and new residence halls together in a continuum, integrating the cultural and sylvan elements of the campus. Throughout the design process, careful consideration was taken to maintain the scenic views and natural character of the precinct. This project is LEED Gold-certified.

Location
Seattle, WA

Owner
University of Washington

Status
Completed 2020

Key Team Members
Richard Roark, Partner-in-Charge
Susan K. Weiler, Partner-in-Charge
Laurie Olin, Design Partner
Jessica Henson, Associate
Chris Maurer, Landscape Designer
Kayla Oldham, Landscape Designer

Awards
2023, Architect’s Newspaper 2023 Best of Design Awards, Residential – Mixed-use

2023, SCUP, Merit Award for Excellence in Landscape Architecture

2022, American Institute of Architects Philadelphia Chapter, Sustainability Honor Award