Umass Design Building May 2026

“Believe it or not, this entire structure is supported by a wooden frame. The shared home of the departments of Architecture, Building and Construction Technology, and Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning, this impressive modern building is one of...” Facebook · UMass Amherst · 1 year ago Get more details on its ? See its ranking or awards ? Welcome back students! And welcome to the Design Building!

In a UMass Amherst Facebook post , users playfully commented on the modern, angular, copper-clad exterior, contrasting with the traditional brick or brutalist styles found elsewhere on campus. UMass Design Building

It is described as a "terrific reward" and an "award-winning" structure that uses exposed timber frame construction, an experimental green roof, and rain gardens to teach sustainability, rather than just talking about it. “Believe it or not, this entire structure is