with the local community
and creating a brighter future
for us all
of natural color
enhancing sustainability,
and enriching our lives
of the Southwest ruins
embracing the present,
and shaping the future
Architecture is Vital to Native Culture
Building better architects with native communities
Strengthening connections, enriching perspectives, and creating a brighter future together
DesignBuildUTAH@Bluff is a graduate architecture program at the University of Utah focused on immersing students in hands-on cross-cultural experiences. We work in partnership with the Rural and Native communities of San Juan County in the Utah Four Corners.
If you’re interested in volunteering to assist students in building a house through tasks such as preparing dinner or providing materials on site, please click on this link for more information.
22
Residential projects completed
3
Community building completed
9
Installation workshop completed
300+
Students participated
Countless
Volunteers