Learning Resources

Creating a New Campus Destination

By: Philip Chen

The project offers preservation, building revitalization, and adaptive reuse as an alternative model for sustainable campus growth.

From Volume 43 Number 4 | July–September 2015

Abstract: Aged buildings, streets, alleys, back lots, a dense neighborhood, and historic landmarks—can these puzzle pieces add up to campus opportunities? The University of Chicago conceived an unexpected and dynamic new campus destination, gaining 150,500 sq. ft. of academic space and creating a new landscape with 36,000 sq. ft. of new open space and 60 new trees. Neighbors, aldermen, administration, and faculty shaped a campus planning process applicable to large and small colleges and universities, developed from creative and sustainable planning principles.

Planning Types: Campus Planning
Tags: Academic Facility, Adaptive Reuse, Community Engagement, Engaging Stakeholders, Facilities Design, Historic Preservation, Renovation, Urban Campus

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Example Plans

Published
November 30, 2012

Master Plan

Private Doctoral/Research University (Massachusetts, United States)

Campus master plan detailing seven proposed projects.

Planning Types: Campus Planning
Resource Types: Master Plan
Tags: Campus Master Planning

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Example Plans

Published
November 30, 2012

Master Plan

Private Doctoral/Research University (Massachusetts, United States)

A companion document to the university's institutional master plan for the campus.

Planning Types: Campus Planning
Resource Types: Master Plan
Tags: Campus Master Planning, Transportation and Parking

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A Tribute to Achievement and Excellence

2012 SCUP Awards

The society’s 2012 awards recognize and applaud individuals and organizations whose achievements exemplify excellence and dedication in planning for higher education.

From Volume 41 Number 1 | October–December 2012