Bridging the Trench

Creating Connected Communities: 35W Lid

An architectural model of connected buildings with underground parking

Students participating in Urban Design Studio course taught by Mic Johnson created an architectural model of an innovative way to connect the University of Minnesota's West Bank with Downtown East with a new family-friendly neighborhood. Their model was displayed at the IDS Center for two weeks and has garnered attention from University officials, Downtown planners and MnDOT.