Honoring those in the UGA community who have fallen in the line of duty.
Memorial Garden Redesign
Site Plan
This redesign of the UGA Memorial Garden aims to honor the students, faculty, staff and alumni of the University who have fallen in the defense of democracy and their country. The central focal point of the memorial is a circular hole which represents the loss felt when a loved one passes. Stadium-style seating allows visitors to either reflect on the meaning of the memorial or to cool off on a hot day. People are encouraged to play in the fountain, to abandon their sorrow for joy. As the path curves around the fountain, we are reminded of the sudden interruption that the loss of a friend or family member brings; the circular nature of the memorial reminds us that death is just another part of life’s cyclical journey.