In memoriam: remembering six built environment leaders
June 26, 2026
The College of Built Environments remembers Leon Bridges Sr., Grant Hildebrand, Phillip Jacobson, John Mahlum, Anne Vernez Moudon and Betty Wagner and their lasting impact on CBE, the University of Washington and the built environment.
CITY ERASED connects Seattle’s past to its future
May 21, 2026
CITY ERASED: Mapping Seattle’s Highway Cut reconstructs the neighborhoods and communities displaced by the construction of I-5 through archival research, mapping and digital storytelling. The exhibition was recently featured in The Seattle Times’ Pacific NW Magazine.
Ken T. Oshima and Rob Hutchison explore new housing possibilities through Seattle DADU design
May 2, 2026
A Seattle DADU designed by UW Architecture professor Robert Hutchison for fellow professor Ken Tadashi Oshima demonstrates how compact housing can support evolving lifestyles through thoughtful design inspired by Japanese architecture.
In Memoriam: Leon Bridges Sr., FAIA, NOMAC
April 27, 2026
Headshot - Leon Bridges We are saddened to announce the passing of 2025 Architecture Distinguished Alumnus Leon Bridges Sr., FAIA, NOMAC, on April 13, 2026. He was 93. Leon Bridges received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Washington in 1960 and an MBA from Loyola University Maryland in 1984. He founded the…
2026 Husky 100 Spotlight: Johann Castro-Salgado (B.A. Arch Design '26)
April 20, 2026
Johann Castro-Salgado, an architecture student at the University of Washington, has been named to the 2026 Husky 100. Recognized for his leadership, mentorship and commitment to equity, Johann has built strong connections between students, faculty and professionals across the design community.
2026 Husky 100 Spotlight: Davien Khail Graham (M Arch / MLA, '26)
April 20, 2026
Davien Graham, a graduate student in architecture and landscape architecture at the University of Washington, has been named to the 2026 Husky 100. Recognized for his leadership and commitment to equity, he has built community through NOMAS UW and interdisciplinary design work.
