UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA HIGHLAND COMMONS
UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA HIGHLAND COMMONS
Edward Marley
Project Principal
Project Manager
Kevin Barber
Project Architect
This facility brings together the Campus Health Services and the nationally recognized Disability Resource Center, which provides integrated academic, athletic, and support services to the campus and surrounding community. The design provides a separate identity for the Disability Resource Center, while providing equal and integrated access to all areas. This is achieved through the use of distinct building materials and “transparent” accessibility throughout the building. A three-story glass gallery serves as a grand entry and display space for each department’s outreach programs. These elements draw the campus community into the heart of the facility, where a landscaped courtyard provides an active gathering space for all to enjoy. The Highland Commons is one of several new projects included in the master plan Swaim Associates developed for this area of campus.
- HIGHLIGHTS
- 2004 AIA Arizona Kemper Goodwin Award
- 84,000 SF
- $14 Million
- Completed 2003
- General medicine, women’s health, sports medicine, physical therapy, and travel clinics, as well as pharmacy, laboratory, counseling & psychological services, and health education & promotion services
- Unifies diverse user groups and departments
- Strong relationship between indoor and outdoor spaces emphasizes connection with environment as a part of wellness
