ÜBER DIESE EPISODE
Have you ever wondered why UVA is so beautiful, beyond being designed by Thomas Jefferson, who believed architecture itself could serve as a teaching tool?
This episode takes listeners behind the scenes of the University of Virginia’s Office of the Architect, where a lead landscape architect and two interns share their experiences shaping and caring for UVA’s celebrated grounds. Together, they discuss the balance between preserving the university’s historic landscapes and envisioning new projects, including the transformative Emmet-Ivy Corridor and efforts to make the Gardens behind the Lawn more accessible. Their stories highlight not only the craft of landscape architecture but also the vital role that beautiful, intentional spaces play in academic life, spaces that invite gathering, reflection, and a deeper connection to place.
To learn more about the Office of the Architect, visit officearchitect.virginia.edu.
Pilot Projects is a Sound on Grounds podcast, produced with support from the Jefferson Trust. This episode was recorded by Sara Bastianelli and audio-engineered by Dalanda Diallo in the Robertson Media Center Audio Studio. The Pilot Projects show cover was designed by UVA alum Carina Velocci. Original music featured in the episode was written and recorded by Jason Evans Groth.
