Students were tasked to design a 100,000 square-foot proposal for the National Museum of American Religion in Washington, DC dedicated to exploring the impact of religion on America and America’s influence on religion. The museum aims to inspire civil dialogue, challenge assumptions, and offer an immersive, inclusive experience highlighting the ongoing narrative of religious freedom as articulated in the First Amendment. Situated at the southwest corner of the National Mall, the project requires collaboration with religious institutions, the Smithsonian, and the National Park Service. Designs aimed at reflecting the museum’s mission to educate, inspire, and engage visitors in understanding the historical and contemporary significance of religious freedom in the United States.
To learn more about the project, visit the link below: https://brandonro.com/2024/05/03/uvu-students-design-proposals-for-national-museum-of-american-religion-in-washington-dc/
Below are examples of several student design projects from ARC 3210 – Architecture Design Studio IV which was taught at Utah Valley University during the Spring 2024 semester. The focus of the studio dealt with issues of architectural programming and context.
Tetrad Architecture & Planning 