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.
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2026 Husky 100 Spotlight: Davien Khail Graham (M Arch / MLA, ’26)
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.
2026 Husky 100 Spotlight: Ebubechi Abonyi (B.A. Arch Design’26)
Ebubechi Abonyi, an architecture student at the University of Washington, has been named to the 2026 Husky 100. Recognized for her leadership, research and community engagement, she connects design, sustainability and education through her work on campus and beyond.
Three Architecture Students Named to the 2026 Husky 100
Ebubechi Abonyi, Davien Graham and Johann Castro-Salgado from the UW Department of Architecture have been named to the 2026 Husky 100. Recognized for their leadership, mentorship and commitment to equity, they have made a lasting impact across the College of Built Environments and beyond.
UW Architecture Alumna Mariam Issoufou Receives UN Champion of the Earth Award
Architect Mariam Issoufou Kamara has received the United Nations Champion of the Earth Entrepreneurial Vision Award. Her practice in Niger demonstrates how climate-responsive design and traditional building knowledge can support resilient communities.
Kate Simonen Selected for Inaugural Research Impact Advocates Cohort
Professor Kate Simonen has been selected for the inaugural Research Impact Advocates program, supporting researchers in communicating the public impact of their work.
Rick Mohler on Housing Affordability and the Future of Mixed-Use Design
As Washington lawmakers debate zoning reforms to lower housing costs, University of Washington architecture chair Rick Mohler offers insight on how cities can balance affordability with vibrant streetscapes.
How ARCH 231 Turns Ideas into Built Experiences
Hands-on learning meets creative design in ARCH 231: Making and Craft at UW’s College of Built Environments. From cardboard figures to full-scale benches, students explore materials, scale, and fabrication through collaborative, real-world projects.
Three Remarkable Architecture Faculty Members Retiring in 2025
The College of Built Environments honors the retirements of architecture faculty Kimo Griggs, Peter Cohan, and Steve Badanes, each of whom are remarkable educators whose decades of teaching, mentorship, and leadership have left a lasting mark on the UW community.
Architecture Student Ryan Martin Helps UW Rowing Claim National Championship
Congratulations to Ryan Martin, a BA in Architectural Studies student, who was part of the University of Washington men’s rowing team that captured the 2025 IRA National Championship.