Week #6

After looking at the video, on the University of Virginia, I've noticed a pattern between Thomas Jefferson's architecture design between the University and Monticello. I believe when Thomas Jefferson was planning what the design would be for the University, that he was looking to make a place that felt opened and inviting. The design he made looks like a very welcoming and happy place because of the architecture design with the buildings and with the gardens. The University would of never given off the same vibe without the trees, plants, and gardens; I believe those aspects are what make this University so great.

Now if I was going to design a new green here at Ohio University I would like to build it where the college green is now. What I would like to do with that green is expand what college green is now. I love how college green is designed now, but I think that it would be a more inviting place if it was bigger, had more plants, and benches throughout the green. I feel that what college green lacks right now is the vibe and design that doesn't attract students to spend more time on the green. That's why I would like to make college green bigger and more attractive while keeping the historical feel that's present today.