The project “Sweeping Deserts: A Proposal for Invasive Phytoremediation” combines satire and design to address environmental issues in Fort Huachuca, Arizona. Inspired by marketing and tourist traps of the 50s/60s and Andy Warhol’s quote, the project focuses on heavy metal contamination from copper mining. The proposal includes interactive postcards, water management plans, and Desert Broom plants for soil remediation.
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The collaborative Studio Mozambique project aimed to blend contemporary and ecological initiatives in the proposal for Hlauleka Secondary School in Mozambique. Incorporating trusses, courtyards, and green spaces, the campus design focused on creating a seamless connection between interior and exterior spaces. Emphasizing flexibility and ecological friendliness, the project utilized materials found in the region, offering a rich and inviting landscape.
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The “Retrofit” urban study was a quick project done as part of an ecology class, focused on revitalizing a hazardous site in Knoxville. The team aimed to address the effects of the Superfund Site, create an education facility, promote ecological function, and establish a recreational area. The study involved site selection and dealing with contamination challenges.
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