University of Illinois Altgeld and Illini Halls Feasibility Study

Project Info

Categories

Education

Location

Champaign, Illinois

Size

115,000 sf

SERVICES PROVIDED

feasibility study, concept design

KEY PERSONNEL

Avram Lothan
Mary Ann Van Hook

Description

The project restores two historic, centrally located structures to a functional and aesthetic level consistent with a world premiere LEED Gold environment for discovery and learning in mathematics. After an assessment of current use and conditions, extensive conversations with stakeholders, and analysis of functional needs, we presented options for designs complete with cost estimates and phasing plans.

The complete restoration of Altgeld Hall (ca 1897, National Registration of Historic Places) will serve as the department’s ‘front door’ featuring administrative offices, student services and classrooms. Illini Hall’s (ca 1907) expansion and historic renovation will create a Research Center that supports formal and informal collaboration, including a commons area, upgraded classrooms and a colloquium room.
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