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It was a memorable year in the Education Studio creating distinctive solutions to help students and institutions thrive. We listened, impacted student success, and committed to building a legacy of learning for each institution. Continue reading to hear what our Education Market Leader, Nathan Woods has to share about this year at DC!
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University of Notre Dame Morris InnThe Morris Inn lounge was renovated to better reflect the university’s aesthetic and update the space to function as a student study space and guest lobby. The living room atmosphere allows guests to feel at home and provides a cozy, inviting space for students to work in between classes. Artwork and sculptures share the history of the university with those who inhabit the space. A coffee shop in the Morris Inn was also renovated; warm colors, bold lighting, and artwork invite visitors to stay for a warm cup of coffee. Rich tones paired with residential elements, make students and guests feel as though they are at home. |
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Saint Mary’s College Health SciencesThe newly renovated health sciences building has transformed the program for Saint Mary’s College. The entire lower level of the building was developed into five simulation labs, three acute care rooms, a birthing room with a birthing model, a pediatric simulation room, four new exam rooms, and a nursing lab with 11 beds. All of these spaces have control rooms for the faculty, allowing students to learn and experience the skills they need to know without interfering. The goal is to give students as much of a real-world experience as possible before they use their skills in their careers. |
Taylor University Boren Art GalleryThe design team renovated three floors of Helena Memorial Hall for the new Boren Art Gallery. Being one of the nation’s largest collections of Western and Native American art, the gallery was specifically designed to incorporate all of the different pieces of the collection including numerous oil paintings, watercolors, and sculptures. Taylor University’s Boren Art Gallery is more than just a space to appreciate art – it’s a place to engage and educate the community, students, and university staff.
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University of Notre Dame Nieuwland Center for Quantum MaterialsThe University of Notre Dame (UND) Quantum Materials space was reconfigured to better suit the needs of the students and educators there. Typically, departments are separated and organized by subject; UND wanted a space where teams could work cohesively, reinforcing the collaborative nature of their field. The teams like to start their days together and bounce ideas off of one another in the new conference room and flex space. DC intentionally designed various collaborative spaces including a community hub, break room, and conference rooms to accommodate team and individual learning. |
Wayne High SchoolFort Wayne Community Schools Wayne High School is undergoing several phases of renovations, including a relocated office suite, new visitor entry, creation of a student union hub, new collaborative learning spaces, a new athletic suite, relocated art studios, and updated band and choir rooms. The project also includes renovations to the Wayne New Tech Academy, which is centered on project-based learning. |
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“Architecture became a calling for me when I realized that we can actually change the world through our work.” When Nathan joined Design Collaborative, he was attracted by the firm’s mission-driven work, which took his appreciation for the architectural field to an even higher level. For Nathan, as a leader in our Education Studio, that…