Image Three Teams Advance to 2024 Solar Decathlon Finals March 28, 2024 The U.S. Department of Energy hosts the Solar Decathlon Design Challenge annually, which gathers students worldwide to present their teams' innovative technologies and designs aimed at fostering the development of the next generation of clean energy buildings. This year, teams from CAPLA will compete alongside students from 37 other universities worldwide, including some from as far as Tehran, Iran. Read more
Image Interdisciplinary Authors Discuss Intersection of Health and the Built Environment in Their New Book March 28, 2024 A new interdisciplinary book, "Measuring the Impact of the Built Environment on Health, Wellbeing, and Performance," explores how technology can gauge and enhance health in homes and offices. It offers insights, methodologies and pandemic-related considerations for optimizing building designs Read more
Image Celebrating the Natural World: Myles Peña, Lecturer in Architecture March 25, 2024 Myles Peña, Lecturer in Architecture at CAPLA, finds inspiration in celebrating nature's beauty within design. With a background in various architectural realms, he now focuses on teaching young minds, sharing his expertise in design principles and technical components. Read more
Image Unveiling Innovations: ISIE Scholars Symposium Explores New Frontiers in Expo Research March 22, 2024 The College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture, in collaboration with the Institute for the Study of International Expositions (ISIE), is hosting the 3rd annual ISIE Scholars Symposium: “New Voices in Expo Research” focusing on new research of younger scholars. Read more
Image Drachman Institute Director Courtney Crosson Earns ACSA Honorable Mention March 14, 2024 The Association for Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) has awarded Drachman Institute Director and Associate Professor Courtney Crosson with a Practice + Leadership Honorable Mention for the Relocalize Our Food project. Read more
Image Activism Through Architecture: Adedoyin Oduwole ‘26 B.Arch Feb. 28, 2024 Adedoyin Oduwole, a Bachelor of Architecture student at the University of Arizona, envisions using architecture for social change by creating dignified housing for low-income individuals in Nigeria. She emphasizes CAPLA's diverse and supportive community, overcoming challenges through time management, and her passion for residential designs addressing homelessness. Read more
Image CAPLA Students Put their Best Foot Forward During 14th Annual Job Interview Fair Feb. 16, 2024 Nearly 180 College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture students honed their interviewing skills and forged valuable connections with potential employers during the 14th annual College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture Job Interview Fair. Read more
Image Internationally renowned lecturer explores legacies of Mexican architect Luis Barragán, sculptor José Sacal Feb. 14, 2024 The College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture hosted internationally renowned lecturer, Gregorio Luke, who gave two distinct presentations about influential Mexican figures – Architect Luis Barragan and Sculptor Jose Sacal. Read more
Image The Art of Time Management: Olivia Hernandez ‘27 B.Arch Jan. 31, 2024 Olivia Hernandez, a Bachelor of Architecture student at the University of Arizona, discusses her academic journey, emphasizing the family-like studio culture and supportive professors at CAPLA. Her advice for prospective CAPLA students is to connect with current students for valuable insights. Read more
Image Third-Year B.Arch Students Excel with Award-Winning Designs for Accessible Spaces in Bisbee Jan. 18, 2024 Third-year Bachelor of Architecture students, mentored by Teresa Rosano and faculty, participated in a universal design awards program with AGM Container Controls, Ascension Wheelchair Lifts, and CAPLA. The challenge was to design a performance center in Bisbee, Arizona, fostering inclusivity. Read more