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EDUCATION AND TRAINING - CWRU Veale Natatorium- KSU Ashtabula Library - KSU Centennial Research Park - KSU Dix Stadium - KSU East Liverpool - KSU Geauga Library Renovation - KSU Heating Plant - KSU R-19 Parking Lot - KSU Stark Library Lower Level - KSU Stark Main Hall Renovation - KSU Stark Plaza Renovation - KSU Trumbull Library - Marconi Medical Systems - North Point - OSU 9th Avenue Parking Garage - OSU Pounden Hall - U of Akron Fir Hill Plaza Renovation |
KENT STATE UNIVERSITY: Kent, Ohio |
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Built in the late 1960s, Main Hall serves as the central classroom building for the Stark Campus of Kent State University. Payto Architect's commission for this project was to renovate the out-dated, underutilized plaza into an inviting, functional plaza to conveys a fresh new image. Beyond serving as an entry for Main Hall, the plaza also connects to several main circulation routes through campus. To unify these routes, a circular form was superimposed over the area to give a sense of closure. Free form paving edges and seating areas fill the circle and create smaller more intimate spaces. Landscape plantings were distributed throughout and plantings were carefully selected to maintain a variety of colors and texturesm, throughout the year. A large colored and textured concrete compass was inlaid over the space to create another level of interest while giving the space identity. Illuminated stainless steel pylons were strategically placed at the points of the compass to add an element of height while furthering the visual interest . |
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