The Making of Orchard Hill Pavilion
The exhibition traces the design and construction development of a pavilion seated in a park-like setting at the eastern edge of the UMass Amherst campus just off of Orchard Hill Drive. The pavilion will provide a covered but open space for a wide range of scheduled events as well as casual opportunities for enjoying distant views of the hilly terrain beyond the campus. A sloping retaining wall anchors support facilities in the landscape. Architecturally, a traditional gable form morphs into a gently sloping pitched roof that terminates in a trellised patio. A variety of trees, shrubs and perennials will populate the multiple terraced green areas intended for the outdoor enjoyment of campus and community.
Project Architect: Sigrid Miller Pollin FAiA Project landscape Architects: Stimson
Reception: Tuesday, September 10th 4:30 to 6:00