The Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison was designed to address both current and future recreational and fitness needs for its nearly 50,000 students while serving as a hub for campus wellbeing. The center’s design, inspired by the concept of total body wellness, incorporates site integration, exterior architecture, and interior materials...
Stetson University’s new Cici & Hyatt Brown Hall for Health & Innovation, a 40,000-square-foot facility, was designed to honor the university’s legacy while charting a modern path forward. The two-story building unites diverse programs under one roof, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration essential for innovation. By integrating STEM, Health Sciences, and Environmental Sciences, the design encourages spontaneous...
The redevelopment of the Wgema [pronounced Ga-mah] or “Chief” Campus by the Forest County Potawatomi Community exemplifies a deep commitment to sustainability and cultural preservation, reflecting their seven-generational decision-making values. This project repurposes early 20th-century Germanic collegiate buildings into modern office and educational spaces, merging historical rehabilitation with contemporary sustainability practices. Key to the renovation...
The renovation of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s Student Union aimed to revitalize the existing Brutalist structure built in phases between the 1950s and 1980s. With a budget of $40M, the renovation focused on admitting daylight and views into windowless areas, improving wayfinding, creating new student spaces, and updating the mechanical systems. The design incorporated student...
The University of Wisconsin campus is uniquely integrated into the urban fabric of Madison’s isthmus. Here, the geography forces a patchwork of busy streets, pedestrian thoroughfares, and mixed-use high-rise buildings—providing a unique density of people. The campus itself has a storied tradition of buildings that reflect their time and place. These buildings serve as a...
