The Ridge Walk North Living & Learning Neighborhood is a transformative expansion at UC San Diego, blending academic excellence with vibrant undergraduate housing in the heart of campus. Building C, a 10-story, 232,500-square-foot residential high-rise, showcases a thoughtful integration of residential, assembly, business, storage, and factory industrial spaces. Designed as a multi-functional hub, the basement and first floor house cutting-edge classrooms, hospitality facilities, and essential residential support services. The upper levels feature thoughtfully designed living spaces, culminating in a ninth-floor large group study area and an expansive roof terrace, providing sweeping views and a tranquil retreat. This TYPE-IB construction is safeguarded with a fully sprinklered system and advanced emergency voice alarm communications (EVAC), ensuring safety and resilience while supporting dynamic living and learning.
Complementing Building C, Building E offers 92,000 square feet of premier academic space over six stories, emphasizing innovation and collaboration. The basement anchors the building with classrooms and spaces for economics studies, while the first floor accommodates administrative offices, laboratories, and facilities management. Upper floors are dedicated to non-research and research economics programs, supported by modern classrooms and faculty lounges. The design culminates in a rooftop terrace, providing an inspiring space for reflection and interaction. Both buildings, developed by UC San Diego and designed by Ehrlich Yanai Rhee Chaney Architects, exemplify the university's commitment to fostering a harmonious environment where education, collaboration, and community thrive. Situated along Voigt Drive in La Jolla, CA, this development redefines the campus experience.