The purpose of this research is to analyze the evolution of outdoor renovations on East Tennessee State University’s campus by examining the effects these renovations have had on students and faculty, and then using this data to propose possible successful renovations to the remainder of the University Commons project. To complete this project, data was obtained through East Tennessee State University administrative faculty interviews, surveys of students residing in campus resident halls, and observations. By examining the impact on behavior, designers and developers are then able to successfully determine the factors that aid in positively influencing human behaviors. Design suggestions were then proposed for the future development of Ross Drive, Pride Walk, and the second phase of the University Commons.

The project explores two Architectural strategies, Urban infill and Arcology, in an attempt to present a possible building for the future of Stockholm. The goal with Urban infill is to not expand but to densify the city by using already existing sites for the proposed structures. Arcologies could be described as a city within a structure where a lot of people can live, work and dwell. With a broad research ranging from Science-fiction to real-life Architectural projects, the aim is to combine these strategies in order to discuss and propose how we might live in the cities in the future. The result: A wooden highrise in the middle of Stockholm where people can live together as a community, creating a more densely populated city without expanding it.