At a Glance
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256
Acres
- Location
- Washington, District of Columbia
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Client
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Howard University
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Award
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American Institute of Architects (AIA) DC, Design Awards, Award in Urban Design/Master Planning 2021
- Location
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Offices
- Client
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- Howard University
- Award
- American Institute of Architects (AIA) DC, Design Awards, Award in Urban Design/Master Planning 2021
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Howard University Campus Master Plan
Howard University’s Campus Master Plan is a transformative roadmap, aligning academic excellence with strategic, sustainable growth. Rooted in the “Howard Forward” priorities, the plan enhances campus density, revitalizes historic buildings and landscapes, and weaves sustainability into every aspect of development—unlocking new opportunities for innovation, research, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Designed to enrich campus life and support student success, it advances smart urban design, strengthens the public realm, and improves accessibility. By centralizing academic and student life programs, the campus plan reinforces Howard’s leadership in STEM, health sciences, the arts, communications, law, and business. Strategic off-campus development generates new funding streams, optimizes land use, and supports long-term financial stability.
Howard University’s Campus Master Plan drives intentional growth by seamlessly integrating academic, research, healthcare, and student life spaces. Designed to foster collaboration and efficiency, the plan clusters related programs—such as the Health Sciences Complex, STEM Center, and Arts & Communications Hub—to create dynamic innovation environments.
Modern, apartment-style residences and a revitalized Howard University Student Union enrich campus life. And new medical and research facilities reinforce Howard University’s—the nation’s leading Historically Black College or University (HBCU)—leadership in the health sciences. Every project reflects a deep commitment to historic preservation, community impact, and the highest and best campus land use. By leveraging strategic resources for long-term sustainability, the plan recognizes and supports Howard as a pioneering institution, ready to face the future.
At a Glance
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256
Acres
- Location
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Offices
-
-
Client
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Howard University
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Award
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American Institute of Architects (AIA) DC, Design Awards, Award in Urban Design/Master Planning 2021
- Location
- Washington, District of Columbia
- Offices
- Client
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- Howard University
- Award
- American Institute of Architects (AIA) DC, Design Awards, Award in Urban Design/Master Planning 2021
Share
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