University of Saint Francis – Keith Busse School of Business & Entrepreneurial Leadership
Fort Wayne, Indiana
The Keith Busse School of Business and Entrepreneurial Leadership is part of the University of Saint Francis‘ downtown Fort Wayne campus. The extensive renovation preserves the historic design elements original to the space while blending them with the needs of today’s higher education institutions.
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Services Provided
Architecture, Interior Design, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Plumbing Design, Lighting Design, Historic Preservation,Project Attributes
Café, Academic Offices, Student Lounge, Study Areas, Furniture Design Coordination, Collaboration Space, Higher Education, Classrooms, Community HubRecognition
Awards
2017, AIA Fort Wayne: Renovation Merit AwardThe rehabilitated building has new life while respecting the significant character-defining features of the original space.
Historically significant architectural details changed very little while the building was updated to suit the need of the university. |
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The Keith Busse School of Business has several spaces dedicated to student interaction and collaboration that take up over half of the second floor.Modern ideas mix with historical charm with glass-wall classrooms and a prominently featured stock price ticker. A cyber café allows students to snack and study between classes while promoting community and collaboration. |




