Northwood I - Building 5

Northwood I - Building 5 is a housing building at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The building has 2 floors. From the Diag, Northwood I - Building 5 is approximately 35 minutes walking northeast.

Classification: Residence.

Building Details

History

• Year Built: 1955 (Source: Bentley Historical Library)
• Architect: Minoru Yamasaki
• Style: Mid-century modern
• Named for: Named for the wooded North Campus setting ("north" + "wood"); designed by Minoru Yamasaki for married students during the post-WWII GI Bill surge
• Notable: Phase I of Yamasaki's complex for married students after WWII GI Bill surge; 16 buildings
• Primary use: Graduate and family housing

Part of

This location is part of Northwood I Apartments.

Nearby Buildings

• Northwood I - Building 9 99 ft (30 m)
• Northwood I - Building 11 126 ft (38 m)
• Northwood I - Building 6 132 ft (40 m)
• Northwood I - Building 10 184 ft (56 m)
• Northwood I - Building 8 196 ft (60 m)

Other Housing Buildings

• Alice Lloyd Hall
• Betsy Barbour House
• Bursley Hall
• Couzens Hall
• East Quadrangle

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Northwood I - Building 5 located?

Northwood I - Building 5 is located on the University of Michigan campus in Ann Arbor, Michigan at coordinates 42.29647038333333, -83.71628513333333.

How many floors does Northwood I - Building 5 have?

Northwood I - Building 5 has 2 floors.

How do I find Northwood I - Building 5 on the University of Michigan campus?

Northwood I - Building 5 is located on North Campus. From the Diag, it is approximately 35 minutes walking northeast.

Data sourced from University of Michigan and OpenStreetMap. Data last updated May 18, 2026.
Source: mguide.app/building/northwood-i-building-5