Thesis: Nature School

For my thesis project at the University of Oregon I proposed a complete redesign of Jefferson High School located in Portland, Oregon. The goal of this project is to draw from nature to create compelling places where students want to be while enhancing the surrounding neighborhood with added greenery and resources.

The school should support the community by providing an urban green infrastructure that acts as a resource for the current students and residents. Ultimately resulting in an architectural form, inspired by nature, that creates compelling places where students want to be in addition to becoming a landmark for the surrounding neighborhood that brings a sense of pride and ownership to the gentrifying community.