SCASLA Honorable Mention

The judges found this project to be visually poetic and beautifully executed, with a sensitive approach to the graphics and strong organization. The perspectives were particularly praised for their cinematic quality and the personal style that allows for design evolution. The project was described as a noble and highly successful conversion of a golf course to native habitat, with thoughtful research and a clear focus on context and user experience. The hand sketches and diagrams stood out for their energy and storytelling, adding to the overall strength of the project.

Estero Bay is a biodiversity hotspot with many sensitive and endemic species of California wildlife facing pressure caused by human disturbance. This project imagines how a portion of the Morro Bay Golf Course can be restored as a botanical garden that protects biodiversity, educates the public, and connects the community to nature. This project provides an example of how land can be tended for the benefit of wildlife and humans alike.