River Works
Publication Date
Spring 4-22-2026
Presentation Length
30 minutes
College
O'More College of Architecture & Design
Department
Architecture
Student Level
Undergraduate
Faculty Mentor
Brent Hunter
Presentation Type
Gallery
Summary
This project positions the river as an active partner in learning rather than a backdrop. Inside the building, research on carbon is presented in ways that are tangible, interactive, and accessible, allowing visitors to engage with environmental processes and understand their impact. Programs and exhibits guide people through observation, experimentation, and reflection, helping them connect scientific knowledge to real-world ecological systems. The journey culminates in direct interaction with the river, the largest carbon sink in the system, where the lessons of the building come together in experience. By linking research, learning, and environmental awareness, the project fosters a sense of shared responsibility and encourages visitors to consider their relationship with the natural world.
Recommended Citation
Qose, Amber B., "River Works" (2026). SPARK Symposium Presentations. 810.
https://repository.belmont.edu/spark_presentations/810
