WVU landscape architecture students will meet with alumni in Elkins to focus on creating a new "gateway" to the city.
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West Virginia University landscape architecture students and alumni will come together for an alumni charrette on March 1 and 2 to focus on creating a more vibrant landscape for the city of Elkins. Their efforts will be centered on Railroad Avenue, including the gateway corridor and open spaces along the corridor in the historic railyard.
Quotes and comments
“A primary
learning outcome of our alumni charrette is to expose our students to a
professional-level experience. Typically, in a studio setting, they might spend
several weeks on a project, analyzing different elements of the process, but
during the charrette, they’ll be forced to draw a concept very quickly for the
client.” —Peter Butler, associate
professor of landscape architecture in the WVU Davis College of Agriculture,
Natural Resources and Design and WVU Extension Specialist
“This area is a great focal point in our efforts. It certainly serves as the gateway to Elkins for both tourists and residents. Main Street envisions a vibrant, livable downtown, and that first impression – or even daily impression – can add a lot to that.” —Mike Bell, president of Elkins Main Street Board of Directors
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Target audiences
City and
community planners
Municipal governments
Community revitalization organizations
CONTACT: Nikky Luna; WVU Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design
304-293-2394; Nikky.Luna@mail.wvu.edu