Zion Discovery Center - Zion, UT

Overview
The Zion Discovery Center functions as a gateway facility supporting visitor education and orientation at the entrance to Zion National Park.

Mass Timber Approach
Prefabricated timber elements enabled efficient construction in a sensitive, high-visibility setting while minimizing site disturbance and allowing the structure to serve as finished architecture.

Sustainability & Performance
Renewable materials and reduced construction impacts align with the park’s stewardship mission while providing a durable, high-use public facility.

Project Impact
The project demonstrates how mass timber can support civic architecture in environmentally sensitive locations, pairing constructability with a strong sense of place.