Description:

An urban design workshop will be held in Bhutan June 10 through June 26, approximately 2 weeks. The workshop will explore conceptual alternatives for expansion of the capitol city, Thimphu. Key issues include defining an urban vision and balancing the traditional culture with development. We will be hosted by the Municipality of Thimphu, and their architects and planners will participate in our discussions. World Bank experts will also be involved.

We anticipate a of team of 5-6 students, who have demonstrated skills in city planning, city design, and/or housing. Other skills would be welcome but design will be a key element.

The workshop is offered as a SIGUS Workshop (4.23J/11.465J) together with the City Design and Development Program. Dennis Frenchman, Jan Wampler, and Reinhard Goethert will be the accompanying faculty.

All expenses are anticipated to be covered (airfare, lodging and meals). 6 credits will given upon successful completion.

If you are interested, please submit an application by Thursday May 17, 5:00pm. A drop off box will be placed in 10-485, or email your application to Dennis, Jan or Shrimp.

Application:

An application includes the following:

1 - Current CV (1-2 pages maximum).

2 - A paragraph (on a separate page) of how you would be able to contribute to the workshop.

3 - Some evidence of skills (only a few!) - samples, design portfolio, web site, etc.

Our target is to announce the selected team on Friday May 18.