The design of a campus says a lot about the institution.
It showcases a mission of academic excellence. It speaks to the concern for student life, the relationship with the surrounding community and commitment to sustainability.
The professionals in our Campus Planning Studio understand these and other issues specific to colleges and universities. We know how to successfully balance the needs of diverse campus stakeholders and users. We understand how campus projects are conceived, approved and funded. We also recognize these investments must demonstrate financial accountability, measured in a return on investment.
Competition for students and faculty has never been more intense. The physical campus influences the decisions they make. We help you visualize and achieve projects to satisfy the needs and desires of administrators, community leaders, and the people who enter these spaces to teach and learn.
Who we serve:
State universities
Private colleges
Community colleges
University-community partnerships
Services:
Campus planning
Campus site design
Precinct planning
Landscape architecture
Land Use and Real Estate strategies
Wayfinding
Infrastructure
Advantages:
Broad range of experience with public
and private institutions
Strong consensus-building skills
Understanding of the capital planning,
budgeting and financing processes
Experience with campus/community partnerships
Sensitivity to issues of sustainability
Ability to lead complex teams or play a specific role
Knowledge of current higher education issues
Willingness to ask the "hard" questions