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Urban Ecological Design

Our department is committed to leading an interdisciplinary approach to explore, examine and further Urban Ecological Design through our research, teaching and service. Explore our program pillars, research, and community engagement.

Program Pillars


  • Landscape Architecture Winter Quarter Final Review Schedule

    As Winter Quarter 2025 begins to wrap up, we have a packed schedule of student work being showcased in the next two weeks! Be sure to catch as many presentations as possible and support our extremely hardworking students!


  • Drawing in Design Workshop: Winter 2025

    Drawing in Design Winter 2025 Retrospective Thank you to Leah Aegerter for a fantastic lecture and successful Winter 2025 Drawing in Design Workshop! Students explored paper-making and sculptural techniques during this weekend-long workshop, and produced incredible work. Their work will be on display in the 3rd floor balcony next to the BE Library for the…


  • UWLA at the UW Farm: MLA/MUP Eric Alipio Winter 2025

    MLA/MUP student Eric Alipio recently shared his thoughts on the UW Native Garden on the UW Farm's newsletter, "The weekly Dirt." Eric outlines the recent and pre-colonial history of the Native Garden, the relationship between the UW Farm and the Native Garden, and hope for the future of this important space. On top of a…


  • Upcoming Landscape Architecture Study Abroad Opportunities

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    Deadlines are fast approaching for several exciting study abroad opportunities upcoming this Summer and Autumn Quarters through the UW Landscape Architecture Department! Please visit our study abroad page (below) for a comprehensive breakdown of each program with links to application portals and information sessions. LARCH Study Abroad 2025 Study Abroad Page   AUTUMN 2025: ROME…


  • Furniture For Keeps 2024

    During Autumn 2024, the Furniture Studio continued building upon the successes of previous Landscape Furniture Studios. Rather than the traditional approach of having students purchase virgin lumber, UW Landscape Architecture was again able to source lumber from the UW Salvage Wood Program. This approach not only reduces the financial obligations of the students, but also…


  • Visioning with Clean Greens and iUrban Teen Youth Gardens

    PROJECT PRESENTATIONS + CONVERSATIONS | WEDNESDAY 12.4 | RAINIER BEACH URBAN FARM + WETLANDS This year our LA 404 studio addressed the design of urban agriculture that centers youth learning and agency to advance food justice and resilience in a changing climate. The final design work is intended to illustrate diverse visions that can serve…

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