'UK at the Half': College of Design Students Learn From Hands-On Experience
LEXINGTON, Ky. (April 1, 2022) — In this "UK at the Half," Bruce Swetnam discusses his design build studio where students were tasked with not only designing but building, full-size prototypes of their projects.
The class was split into two project areas between the 18 architecture majors in the studio — the development of a sawmill pavilion, and the exploration of various habitats that address different stages of houselessness. For both projects, the students were given a set budget, clients and deadlines, much like they would experience in their career field.
The habitat prototypes built by the students are currently in the process of being moved to Western Kentucky to provide aid to those affected by the tornadoes.
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