Envelopes have long since evolved from a means to just keep outside out and inside in. Systems are advancing with, among other things, sophisticated air and vapor barriers, airtight interiors, increasingly efficient windows, and exceedingly insulated roofs.
When the conversation moves from how to secure buildings and expands to securing entire campuses, attention to environmental design can help with answers.
Urban-based institutions are often limited in the size of their campus footprint. Initiatives and installations at these urban campuses are optimizing outdoor spaces to maximize wayfinding, safety, and aesthetics.
With a little planning, outdoor spaces can be transformed into things of beauty that students want to use.
Sports facilities in schools and universities are incorporating new design trends to drive more fans from their homes to the stadium. With rapid advances in technology, sports facility designers feel that in stadium venues, technology is reshaping fan experience.
Diverse, innovative materials are available for the building envelope, adding impactful visual interest as well as energy efficiency to campus facilities.
Supportive strategies are essential for successful entry-point screening.
Improving overall campus functionality involves a well-developed master plan.
Hardening school buildings from a maintenance perspective.
Traditionally seen as venues for sporting events, workouts, and team practices, campus sports and recreation buildings are taking on an exciting new mission.