Work Category: Higher Education

CORBY HALL, UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME

This architecture project included the demolition of the existing 1895 Corby Hall Building and the construction of a new congregate living facility with a chapel and an attached underground parking facility. The new facility provides living suites for the congregation as well as several parlor and lounges, an exercise room, library, and multiple outdoor living […]

GLEN OAKS COMMUNITY COLLEGE CONCOURSE RENOVATION

The Glen Oaks Community College concourse renovation brings color, vibrancy, and energy to a space previously cold, dark, and gray enveloped mostly by concrete. The concourse bridges the gap between the two academic wings of this community college. They desired to create a new dining area for student seating, food service, and delivery. Various sizes […]

NOTRE DAME, WALSH HALL SELECTIVE RENOVATIONS

Selective renovations of this women’s residence hall include the complete demolition and reconstruction of community bathrooms and a newly accessible entry with access to a new compliant elevator. Also integrated into the existing building were private apartments, social spaces, and kitchenettes on each of the five stories. Interior finishes and doors in all common spaces […]

SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE, O’LEARY BUILDING & DAUGHERTY BUILDING RENOVATIONS

The 47,000-SF building renovation for higher education includes science labs, classrooms, offices, and commons; replacing exterior cladding, windows, and roofing; improving efficiency with new insulation, lighting, and HVAC; and upgrading accessibility, finishes, and furniture. Upgrading the O’Leary and Daugherty science and classroom buildings was a priority in accomplishing SMC’s commitment to improving the appearance and […]

NOTRE DAME, HOWARD RESIDENCE HALL SELECTIVE RENOVATIONS

The residence hall selective renovations for this women’s hall included renovation of the patio space and accessibility, new bike loops and walkways, stormwater improvements, and landscape renovation. All work, including the interior improvements also led by Arkos Design, was constructed during the 11-week summer break. Key Features

JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY RENOVATION, ICE HOUSE

For its university renovation, James Madison University selected a portion of the existing Ice House building for office and conference space.  Arkos Design provided space planning and interior design services for Blue Ridge Architects, now Blueline.  The building originally had only two levels, but the height allowed the architects to divide the space and provide […]

NOTRE DAME, ST. EDWARDS HALL 4-STORY RENOVATION

The 4-Story Renovation of this higher education residence hall updated the restrooms, common kitchen and lounge spaces, rector suite, and student room vanities. Corridor finishes and common area lighting were upgraded. Landscape improvements included a new patio with a built-in grill. Key Features

SOUTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE, NILES CAMPUS INTERIOR RENOVATION

This two-phased campus interior renovation updated the aesthetic and function of the student-faculty commons and student service center, converted underutilized spaces into faculty offices and a SCALE-UP science lab and multipurpose room. In addition, the old entry was transformed into a welcoming lobby with a conference/community room, and all corridor finishes were upgraded. This campus […]

DEAN’S OFFICE SUITE RENOVATION – JORDAN HALL OF SCIENCE, UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME

The purpose of this office suite renovation was that the University needed to create space for the Dean of the College of Science within its Jordan Hall classroom building.  Two lab classroom spaces were combined into one office suite.  Arkos Design developed plans and selected modern finishes and fixtures to coordinate with the contemporary open […]