The Department of Architecture provides an accessible, intellectually rigorous design education that firmly grounds students in the art and science of the built environment. The interdisciplinary, collaborative department embraces spirited, socially progressive, and environmentally responsive design.

Learn more about our graduate degrees in Architecture, Historic Preservation, Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning.

The John W. Olver Design Building, with its timber frame structure and mechanical systems purposefully exposed, is open as both a showcase of integrated design and a model of integrative learning.

Join us to hear from one of our exiting speakers this spring! 

Beatriz Colomina  |  Eric Bunge  |  Deborah Morris

Erika Naginski  |  Tamar Zinguer  |  Jesse Reiser

DesignIntelligence's annual survey recognizes UMass Architecture's excellent preparation of our graduates for professional work.