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ABOUT US

Neumann/Smith Architecture is a distinguished design firm noted for its creativity in achieving client goals. That creativity has distinguished our work for over four decades, earning the firm over 200 awards including the prestigious AIA Michigan Architecture Firm Award and numerous features in the international architectural press. We have received commendations for exemplary teamwork including Marvin M. Black Excellence in Partnering Awards. Our expertise in addressing technical issues and our ability to manage complex projects have been recognized by several Build America and Build Michigan awards from the Associated General Contractors of America.

Founded in 1968, Neumann/Smith continues to build on its history of design excellence with a talented group of individuals who share an unwavering commitment to exceptional service and the highest standards of professional practice.

The firm specializes in architecture, planning, interior design and historic preservation for corporate and municipal offices, mixed-use developments, multi-unit housing, parking structures, commercial and retail centers, and higher education facilities.

We provide comprehensive architectural services. Our focus on architecture allows us to excel in our profession. It gives us the freedom to bring together the best engineering and specialty consultants to meet the unique needs of each project. Our architects and interior designers are skilled in master planning, site evaluation, feasibility studies, space planning, architecture, interior design, and project management.

Collaboration is a routine part of our practice. We typically hire civil, structural, mechanical and electrical engineers, and landscape architects with experience that best matches the needs of a project, and often utilize the consulting services of nationally renowned specialists in audio and visual technology, data and communications, lighting, and acoustics. Our long-term working relationships with many of our consultants provides the efficiencies and integrated communication typical of a large A/E practice, plus the creativity and checks and balances of independent firms.

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DESIGNED FOR COLLABORATION

FOCUS ON:YOUR VISION We recognize that our value to you as a consultant is not achieved by “dictating design,” but rather by shaping your vision with our collective expertise and experience, resulting in the desired image with an assurance of operational performance. Our design process begins by listening. As we focus our efforts on planning and design, we challenge each decision with as many alternatives as possible and present clients with multiple options for consideration, noting the advantages and disadvantages of each. Our goal:

• Provide the appropriate space needs efficiently and comfortably

• Establish proper space adjacencies to enhance the social landscape

• Optimize space flexibility to accommodate future change

• Create interior character to portray the appropriate image for the desired community

• Optimize views to the outdoors and daylight

• Ensure code compliance to create a safe environment

• Utilize energy efficient mechanical and electrical systems and investigate life cycle costs associated with different options

• Incorporate “green” building design principals where appropriate to minimize negative affects on the environment

• Integrate finishes and materials that are timeless, durable, and easily maintained

Smart Design. We bring a unique value-driven mind-set to every project. Extensive experience working with developers, where time is money, makes us different. We’ve learned how to do things smarter to get the most value out of every budget dollar. We were early leaders in fast-track, team-construct, design/build-GMP and mechanical/ electrical design/build approaches and have established new precedents with Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), a fundamentally different approach to the design and construction process. We leverage smart technologies like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and organize in smart ways to reduce waste, maximize efficiency through all phases of the project and optimize project results.

Sustainable Solutions. “Green” strategies are an integral part of every design. We know that even small measures can make a big difference over the lifetime operation of a facility. Over half of our architects and interior designers are LEED Accredited Professionals and our portfolio of work includes two million square feet of LEED rated projects.

Technical Capabilities. We are proficient with major Computer Aided Design Systems (CAD) and Building Information Modeling (BIM) programs including the latest versions of Revit, Navisworks, Rhino and AutoCAD, as well as Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office Suites for the production of contract documents and schedule tracking. To help our clients visualize their projects, we have in-house expertise in SketchUp, Rhino, Autodesk 3D Max Design, Point Cloud Data and Apple Quicklime VR, tools used to generate three dimensional CAD modeling, photo realistic renderings, animations and interactive simulations of sites, exterior and interior spaces. Many of our clients rely on our sophisticated in-house computer capabilities to support their marketing and fundraising campaigns.

DESIGNED FOR SUCCESS

CAMPUS ARCHITECTURE THAT INSPIRES ACADEMIC EXCELLENCECOLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCENeumann/Smith has provided planning and design services for new buildings and major renovations on college and university campuses totaling over $700 million. We’ve designed classrooms and lecture halls, student centers, research and science laboratories, computer labs, libraries, fitness centers, dining halls and cafés, social lounges, museums and galleries, conference centers, faculty and administrative offices, and student housing. Our reputation for smart design approaches result in distinctive buildings with exemplary teaching, learning and living environments.

� Oakland University, New Student Housing and Dining Facility (220,000 sf, 728 beds, 385 units), LEED Gold, Rochester Hills, MI

� Central Michigan University, South Quad Student Housing Addition & Dining Facility Renovations (500 bed addition), Mt. Pleasant, MI

� Hillsdale College, Mauck Hall Renovations, Hillsdale, MI

� Northern Michigan University, University Housing Replacement Addition/Renovations (200-400 apartment and replacement of 1200 residence hall beds), Marquette, MI

� Mid Michigan Community College, Master Plan, Harrison, MI

� Ferris State University, College of Engineering Technology, Swan Technical Arts Building Renovation and Addition (77,444 sf), Big Rapids, MI

� North Central Michigan College, Campus Master Plan, Petoskey campus as well as satellite locations in Cheboygan and Gaylord, MI

� Ferris State University, Campus Master Plan, Big Rapids and Grand Rapids campuses, MI

� Michigan State University, 1855 Place, Mixed-use development of housing, office, retail and parking on a 39-acre site (1,000 beds), East Lansing, MI

� Wayne State University, Student Center Renovation (197,000 sf), LEED Silver, Detroit, MI

� Ferris State University, University Center Renovation (140,995 sf), LEED Silver, Big Rapids, MI

� Northern Michigan University, Jamrich Hall (126,112 sf), LEED Silver, Marquette, MI

� Michigan State University, The Vista at Shaw Hall (38,610 sf dining hall renovation), LEED Gold, East Lansing, MI

� Central Michigan University, Graduate Student Housing (164 Beds, 110,198 sf), LEED Platinum, Mt. Pleasant, MI

� Michigan Technological University, Hillside Place Apartments (196 Beds, 74,788 sf), LEED Gold, Houghton, MI

� Oakland University, Undergraduate Student Housing, (530 Beds, 272 Units, 173,765 sf), LEED Gold, Rochester Hills, MI

� Ferris State University, Michigan College of Optometry (91,000 sf), LEED Gold, Big Rapids, MI

� Ferris State University, Interdisciplinary Resource Center (70,500 sf), LEED Certifiable, Big Rapids, MI

� Washtenaw Community College, Occupational Education Building Renovation (80,000 sf), LEED Silver, Ann Arbor, MI

� Lawrence Technological University, Technology and Learning Center, (101,000 sf), Southfield, MI

� Michigan Technical Education Center, Oakland Community College (44,000 sf), Auburn Hills, MI

� The University of Michigan, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building Renovation, (220,000 sf ), Ann Arbor, MI

� Wayne State University, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (270,000 sf), Detroit, MI

� Ferris State University, Center for Student Services (60,000 sf adaptive reuse of Timme Library), Big Rapids, MI

� The University of Michigan-Dearborn, University Center Renovation (85,140 sf), Dearborn, MI

� Ferris State University, Library for Information, Technology and Education (185,000 sf), Big Rapids, MI

� Wayne State University, South Village Parking Structure (920 Cars with 7,000 sf Retail), Detroit, MI

� Wayne State University, School of Business Administration (130,000 sf programming and conceptual design), Detroit, MI

� Michigan State University, Old College Field Training Facility (8,800 sf), East Lansing, MI

� Wayne State University, Campus Fitness Center (68,000 sf), Detroit, MI

� Oakland University, Chemistry/Biology Lab Renovations (18 Laboratory and Teaching Spaces in 4 Buildings), Rochester, MI

� The University of Michigan-Flint, First Street Residence Hall (309 Beds), Flint, MI

� Michigan State University, University Village Student Housing (304 Beds), East Lansing, MI

� EdR, The Courtyards Student Housing, (900 Beds, 331 Units, 198 Car Parking Garage), Ann Arbor, MI

� Zaragon Place Student Housing (248 Beds, 66 Units, 40 Car Parking Garage, Fitness Center, Retail), Ann Arbor, MI

� Zaragon West Student Housing (182 Beds, 99 Units, Retail, Parking), Ann Arbor, MI

� Western Michigan University, Housing Master Plan (6,500 Bed System), Kalamazoo, MI

� Wayne State University, South Residence Hall (465 Beds, 241 Rooms), Detroit, MI

� Wayne State University, North Residence Hall (370 Beds, 190 Rooms), Detroit, MI

� Eastern Michigan University, School of Music Renovations, Alexander Building (3,000 sf), Ypsilanti, MI

� Oakland University, O’Dowd Hall Nursing Lab Renovation (2,137 sf), Rochester, MI

� St. Clair County Community College, Office Renovations (7,500 sf), Port Huron, MI

� The University of Michigan, School of Information North Renovation (20,000 sf), Ann Arbor, MI

� Oakland University, O’Dowd Hall Renovation, (12,200 sf), Rochester, MI

� Ferris State University, Jim Crow Museum, (3,400 sf), Big Rapids, MI

� Lawrence Technological University, Student Living Complex Study (1,198 Beds), Southfield, MI

� Wayne State University, Oakland Distance Learning Center (100,000 sf), Farmington Hills, MI

LOCATIONMarquette, Michigan

SIZE126,112 sf

COMPLETIONJuly 2014

LEED SILVER

Northern Michigan UniversityJamrich HallNeumann/Smith transformed Jamrich Hall, the University’s primary general use classroom building, into a high tech, flexible, active learning environment. After completing the programming/study phase, Neumann/Smith recommended that greater efficiencies would be achieved with a new building than by renovating the existing one.

In addition to being highly flexible and adaptable to changing innovations in teaching pedagogies and information technologies, the new building provides annual operations savings, improves opportunities for faculty-to-student collaboration by locating classrooms adjacent to academic departments, eliminates underutilized classroom space, achieves a campus-wide room utilization goal consistent with national standards, and provides new classrooms with a seating capacity sized to match enrollment. Features include:

� One 500-seat lecture hall with a stage (to be used for instruction, movie showing, prominent speakers, etc.)

� Three 80-seat lecture rooms with tiered seating

� 24 active learning classrooms designed to encourage collaborative learning

� 106 administrative offices and support areas

� Three meeting rooms

� Nine teaching assistant suites

� Six informal learning areas in the large corridor areas

� New Starbucks

A pedestrian link connecting Jamrich Hall to the Learning Resources Center also provides improved barrier free accessibility, as well as direct access to technology support services.

Jamrich Hall is a leading example of active learning principles and the inclusion of technology in the learning environment.

LOCATIONRochester Hills, Michigan

SIZEOver 500 Beds (272 Units)173,765 sf

COMPLETIONAugust 2014

LEED GOLD

AWARDSPresident’s Award, Masonry Institute of Michigan

Oakland UniversityOak View HallOak View Hall provides new housing options to support the University’s recruitment goals, to help retain students in their first two years of college, and to enhance the perception of the campus as a full service, living/learning environment.

The quad is specifically designed for gathering space. An entry plaza provides open space for flexible exterior uses for special events, concerts and group activities. A lower plaza area includes hammocks (a student favorite) and a small patio for special events. The main plaza adjacent to the second floor lounges provides shade trees and moveable seating options near the central café and convenience store. Covered and un-covered bike parking areas are provided at multiple locations, with additional bike racks around the quad.

A central lobby and lounge area is provided to unite all residents. A central café and sundry shop provides refreshments and provisions, while a lounge with a large screen TV creates a gathering space to watch the big Golden Grizzlies game. A gas-fired fireplace is provided in the café. A central reception desk, mail center and two management offices provide essential services and after hour access control.

An outdoor fireplace is located at the in the outdoor dining area of the café in a cozy seating area overlooking the QUAD. The gas-fired fireplace will be operated on timers and controlled by staff. The two story high brick fireplace is inspired by Meadowbrook Hall, and includes decorative masonry and chimneys with terracotta flue caps. A locked grill is provided for safety.

Horizontal silver sun shades protect large window south facing window openings in the lounge and will offer panoramic views of the campus and wooded ravine.

The “U” shaped structure connects all of the new housing units and shares common building areas, lobbies, lounges and services.

LOCATIONEast Lansing, Michigan

SIZE38,610 sf2 Stories

COMPLETIONJanuary 2013

INTEGRATED PROJECT DELIVERY (IPD)

LEED GOLD

AWARDS2015 IES Detroit Illumination Awards - Special Citation

Illuminating Engineering Society, Award of Merit

Michigan State UniversityThe Vista at Shaw HallThe Vista at Shaw Hall is a new flagship central dining facility on the MSU campus, offering seating for 600 people in three distinct Marché style dining venues, each with its own daily menu, atmosphere and seating areas. The project involved renovation of the occupied main level dining area including a new kitchen and dishwashing area, student lounges, renovation of the East and West lobbies, a new loading dock, and modification to the terraced level to facilitate infrastructure improvements for the main level. The scope of the work included complete demolition of the existing dining hall down to the bare structure and the installation of new mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. A temporary kitchen and seating area was installed on the first floor to serve students during the renovation.

Paramount to the success of the project was the use of Integrated Project Delivery (IPD), the first full IPD project on the MSU campus, and the first in the state of Michigan and nationally for a public university. Using the IPD approach, over 95% of commitments were kept during the design phase, only 13 RFIs were submitted (versus more than 300 typical on other MSU projects), and the cost of change orders fell below the 3% contingency.

The Vista at Shaw at Michigan State University is a “Spartan Green” dining hall, executed with sustainable construction practices and promoting a variety of sustainable building features and programs. The project achieved LEED Gold.

Among its energy-saving features: variable-speed fans that conserve energy; low-flow plumbing fixtures; light-emitting diode and low-wattage lights; and the use of reclaimed lumber from old demolished barns that trim much of the space.

Shaw Hall has seen an increase in dining of 30% of non-Shaw residents since the renovation.

LOCATIONEast Lansing, Michigan

SIZE450,000 sf, 429 units,926 beds(housing)102,000 sf (office building)880 space, 2-story parking structure39-acre site

COMPLETIONPhase 1: Summer 2016Phase 2: Summer 2017

Michigan State University1855 PlaceMichigan State University’s new development, across from the Breslin Center, will frame the area and act as a gateway to the campus. With Residential and Hospitality Services (RHS) and MSU Athletics administration finding a new, consolidated home at the site, not only will residents be able to easily secure tickets to the next big game, but the benefits of this new collaborative and efficient workspace will be felt across the university.

Plans include 429 units in 10 separate apartment buildings comprising 450,000 sf of housing, a 102,000 square foot office building for RHS and various units of Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, event ticketing sales, RHS retail space, a community garden, town homes and plenty of open common green space. It will also incorporate 1,200 surface parking spaces and 880 parking structure spaces. Combined with the nearby University Village development and land west of the property, it will be 39 acres of development.

Options will include one bedroom studio apartments, four-bedroom town homes and larger two or four-bedroom apartments, and offer students better access to the resources they need for their studies.

The development offers a flexible concept, designed to provide a customized experience for both single students and student families in an accessible, walkable, urban setting. New facilities will offer a blend of study and community spaces, supporting a new vision for how MSU students live, work and play.

The new “Gateway” to campus supports MSU’s mission to be Bolder By Design by enhancing the student living-learning experience and

advancing the university’s culture of high performance.

LOCATIONBig Rapids, Michigan

SIZE82,661 sf

COMPLETIONJanuary 2011

LEED GOLD

AWARDS“M” Award for Excellence in Masonry Design, Masonry Institute of Michigan and AIA Michigan

Ferris State UniversityMichigan College of OptometryThe design of the new 82,661 sf facility incorporates elements and materials common to neighboring buildings in a bold arrangement of forms.

The lobby serves not only as a welcoming space, but a space vital to the function of the building itself. Considering that the majority of students spend their entire day within the building, the lobby was designed to provide a number of spaces for them to study, collaborate and socialize.

Sheltered by deep overhands, high performance glass and sun-shaded window wall systems, the lobby provides comfortable, useful spaces for the students. This dynamic space features a monumental stair, which provides access to the classrooms and labs located on the second floor.

The first floor is dedicated to a modern eye and vision care clinic. The second floor includes flexible flat-floored classrooms, a virtual classroom and a computer lab. The third-floor pre-clinic laboratory features teaching-in-the round, a one-of-a-kind optometric educational experience allowing the student direct line-of-sight contact with the professor from their respective optical lanes. Programmed as a more formal setting, the virtual classroom provides seating for 70 at fixed tables with movable seats. In addition to standard audio/visual equipment, the classroom is outfitted with cameras, sound recording and sound reinforcement technology allowing for distance learning opportunities.

The LEED Gold building features a super energy efficient exterior envelope with an exterior wall R value that is 28% higher than required by the energy code. Overall energy performance is approximately 17.5% better than conventionally constructed buildings.

This LEED Gold academic, laboratory and clinical facility features a bold arrangement of forms and the artful combination of metal panel, glass and brick.

LOCATIONMt. Pleasant, Michigan

SIZE110,198 sf164 Beds94 Units

COMPLETIONJanuary 2011

LEED PLATINUM

AWARDS“M” Award for Excellence in Masonry Design, Masonry Institute of Michigan and AIA Michigan, 2014

Central Michigan UniversityGraduate Housing

Central Michigan University’s Graduate Student Housing project has become a shining example of sustainability in residential buildings. The project obtained Platinum Certification under LEED for Homes guidelines, making it the first Platinum LEED for Homes building in the Midwest. The student housing was designed to maximize fresh air indoors and minimize exposure to airborne toxins and pollutants, as well as save on costly resources like water and energy to reduce utility bills. The one, two, and four bedroom suites offer spacious great rooms with large windows overlooking landscaped green spaces. Active and passive outdoor recreation areas, a central mail center, and landscaped bio-swale are combined with dedicated parking areas for residents. Full kitchens feature polished granite countertops and backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and built-in pantry with recycling center. Each unit contains a laundry room with a side-by-side, full-sized Energy Star rated washer and dryer. Also included are a fully equipped fitness, a variety of small and large meeting rooms, and unique third-story roof terraces. The pedestrian scale buildings support CMU’s and the City of Mount Pleasant’s mutual goal of a walkable community. Universal Design practices and sustainable design measures were integrated into the design to create an energy efficient complex recognized by its tenants as a great place to live and by the community as a model for sustainable living.

“This building will reduce our energy consumption by 36 percent, which is estimated to save us $52,000 annually.” Steve Lawrence, Associate Vice President of Facilities Management

LOCATIONHoughton, Michigan

SIZE74,778 sf194 Beds53 Units

COMPLETIONAugust 2010

LEED GOLD

AWARDSPresident’s Award, Masonry Institute of Michigan and AIA Michigan

Special Issue Outstanding Construction Project of the Year, CAM Magazine

Michigan Technological UniversityHillside Place Residence Hall

Michigan Tech’s Hillside Place offers a new type of campus housing, combining the social benefits of dormitory style housing with the option of an independent apartment lifestyle. The hybrid building fits into the University’s modern architectural style, but also evokes a unique “north woods lodge” aesthetic with forms, details, materials and finishes not typically used in student housing.

The building contains private bedrooms with semi-private bathrooms and shared great rooms including kitchens. The building also includes a wide variety of common areas to enhance the live-learn experience. The upper lodge features a large lobby/lounge with kitchenette, fitness center, sauna and multi-function room. The lower lodge includes a lounge space, game room and meeting room. Laundry rooms, trash rooms, and quiet study lounges can be found on each floor.

Common interior spaces are finished using highly durable materials. The flexible room design allows for conventional or lofted dorm room furniture.

Hillside Place combines the social benefits of traditional residence hall housing with the option of an independent apartment lifestyle.

LOCATIONDetroit, Michigan

SIZE168,196 sf

COMPLETIONJuly 2015

AWARDSQuality of Life, Project of the Year by ASCE Michigan

Wayne State UniversityStudent Center RenovationAt it’s completion, the renovation to WSU’s 40-year-old Student Center will be the new “living room” of WSU’s campus, providing exciting venues for student learning with state-of-the-art services and facilities. The design creates a vibrant, inviting identity to support the University’s recruitment and retention efforts.

New venues include: student organization and leadership collaboration spaces; modern meeting, conference and banquet facilities; a new food court and additional dining venues; and new gaming and recreation destinations.

Highlights include a redesigned food court; a new atrium on the building’s south end providing light and additional space; a new grand ballroom, perfect for holding large-scale university events; a state-of-the-art student organization collaboration center on the third floor; two new feature staircases allowing better flow throughout the building; a lower-level activity zone offering a variety of recreational spaces, dance practice rooms, food services and lounge spaces; additional meeting and multipurpose rooms allowing more flexibility to student organizations’ needs for reservable space; increased square footage to provide more locations for students to lounge, study and engage; and relocated and redesigned areas for the Dean of Students Office, Student Center Administration and Universe IT.

Exterior work will improve both the efficiency of the building to save operational costs, as well as update the building aesthetic. The re-assignment of specific interior spaces will better meet the University’s demands and increase flexibility of use while improving quality, variety, and wayfinding.

The project also included the expansion and renovation of WSU’s Student Veteran Resource Center (SVRC). The SVRC includes nearly 3,000 sf of space dedicated to assisting veteran students as they transition from military service to civilian life and higher education.

The design responds to the needs of a commuter campus, as well as recognize the growing residential population at the University.

LOCATIONDetroit, Michigan

SIZE20,000 sf

COMPLETIONSeptember 2014

DIMEDetroit Institute of Music EducationDetroit Institute of Music Education (DIME) is a music college like no other – custom built for serious musicians who desire a long term, professional career in modern music.

In honor of Detroit’s musical heritage, the Motown sound, and the city’s forward momentum, the decision to make Detroit the location for a new music school was an easy one for the owners.

Founded by music industry veterans Kevin Nixon, Sarah Clayman and Bruce Dickinson, DIME offers advanced music students a college-style experience in contemporary music, with expert musicians and industry professionals teaching courses in guitar, bass, vocals, drums, songwriting and music entrepreneurship. Prospective students can pursue a bachelor’s degree or diploma in Creative Music Performance.

A renovation of the historic 1896 Bamlet Building in downtown Detroit, the school occupies more than 20,000 square feet of space on four floors of the seven-story, building in Capitol Park at the corner of Griswold Street and Grand River Avenue.

The space is now includes classroom and performance space, administration areas, and is equipped with a live stage and sound system. Additionally, the facility is now capable of hosting regular entertainment events.

A high-end music academy where local would-be musicians can learn everything from how to master their instrument to business skills.

LOCATIONBig Rapids, Michigan

SIZE142,797 sf

COMPLETIONDecember 2014

LEED SILVER

Ferris State UniversityUniversity Center RenovationRenovating the former Rankin Student Center (which received additions in 1960 and 1987) was identified as a priority in the university facilities plan after the University Center Renovation Visioning Task Force began a dialogue in late 2011. Originally built in 1957, the building was in need of once again becoming a stimulating student-centered academic environment. The Center had become dog-eared, disparate and disconnected – socially, physically, and functionally.

During the course of design, program elements were studied, validated and prioritized. The site was never in question. It was in a prime location on campus. A complex renovation, the team surgically “cut out” parts of the existing structure that were beyond their useful life, and connected new elements which were most appropriate in scale, materials, and shape for the program functions.

A comfortable “living room” for students to meet, relax, study and socialize, the University Center has been transformed into an architectural centerpiece to enliven the nearby quad and showcase the student life of FSU. It is the place to “see and be seen” and a hub for student life. The Center now provides a dynamic, student-centered facility that kindles learning opportunities and collaboration between students, faculty, and community.

Organized along an internal “street” which flows from the campus ‘front door’ past the event rooms, gallery, and marketplace dining, the main street graciously steps down toward the center of campus to wrap along the quad in a dramatic double-height student lounge space. The transparency of the elevation into the quad-level lounge captivates the campus community as it displays student life 24/7. The new additions to the north and west seamlessly link many of the facility’s most important features and functions.

A complex renovation, the team surgically “cut out” parts of the existing structure that were beyond their useful life, and connected new elements which were most appropriate in scale, materials, and shape for the program functions.

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LOCATIONPetoskey, Michigan

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North Central Michigan CollegeCampus Master PlanDue to rapid change on campus in the last several years, North Central Michigan College commissioned Neumann/Smith to update the existing master plan. Neumann/Smith has assisted the College in the development of a Campus Master Plan that identified both short term (<5 years) and long term (5-20 years) physical infrastructure needs of their Petoskey campus as well as satellite locations in Cheboygan and Gaylord, MI.

The Master Plan addresses the amount and type of classroom space, current program offerings, potential future program offerings, flexibility of existing and future space, traffic (people and vehicular) flow, location of various departments on campus, etc. The team:

� Identified the existing and potential future physical and programmatic challenges.

� Created guidelines and requirements to which the proposed solutions should adhere.

� Proposed and tested solutions to each challenge, presenting the results of those efforts in this document.

� Evaluated and assessed each building from an architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing aspect.

� Proposed deferred maintenance recommendations and budgetary guidelines.

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LOCATIONAnn Arbor, Michigan

SIZE133,892 sf 14 Stories (182 beds)

COMPLETIONJuly 2012

Zaragon HoldingsZaragon West Student Housing

Zaragon West offers an alternative lifestyle for residents seeking dramatic and flexible living spaces in a state-of-the-art building. Safe, secure, centrally located and packed with high tech amenities are just a few of the features that establish Zaragon West as a premier address, becoming one of the first build-ings to implement Ann Arbor’s goal of adding high density housing, structured parking and ground level retail space under the new A2D2 Core Zoning District Regulations.

The thirteen story high building includes 99 loft apartments on floors 4-14 ranging from 629 sf for a one-bedroom unit with one bathroom to 1,356 sf for a four-bedroom unit with three bathrooms (198 beds total). The most common units offer 840 sf of living area in two- bedroom, two-bath unit configurations.

The building features a ground level lobby, fitness center, and a NeoPapalis Pizzeria with seasonal outdoor dining on the corner, adding to the vibrant street frontage along this important urban intersection. Two levels of above grade parking for 40 cars are available for resident use.

LOCATIONAnn Arbor, Michigan

SIZE200,000 sf Master Plan31,435 sf Renovation

COMPLETIONOctober 2007

The University of MichiganElectrical Engineering & Computer Science RenovationNeumann/Smith provided master planning for the renovation, refurbishment and enhancement of the 20 year old Electrical Engineering & Computer Science building to increase departmental efficiency and provide flexibility for changing teaching and research requirements. Interviews with the Department’s administration, faculty, staff and students provided the basis for developing a facility program summary to guide the schematic design studies for the proposed renovation. Programming studies focused on the faculty offices, originally built to minimal standards, as well as on instructional spaces (both classrooms and laboratories) which needed to be upgraded to current standards supporting multi-media presentation and evolving teaching and research modes.

Neumann/Smith provided architecture and interior design services for the creation of a new student commons, a computer lab and a variety of large and small conference rooms within the atrium. New flooring, lighting, furniture and other architectural details provide an energized and active social environment for students and faculty.

The new “heart” of the building, a new student commons, a computer lab and meeting spaces for student organizations were created within the atrium.

LOCATIONBig Rapids, MichiganGrand Rapids, Michigan

COMPLETION2000 - present

Ferris State UniversityMultiple Campus Master PlansBIG RAPIDSNeumann/Smith completed Ferris State University’s first Master Plan in 2000 and con-tinues to provide updates. The Master Plan is divided into three sections: the “Existing Plan” illustrates and analyses current conditions of the campus, the “Grand Vision” provides an overall goal for the campus, and the “Five Year Plan” shows the steps to be taken toward the Grand Vision in the next five years.

A key component in the continuing transformation of the campus is the organization of the vehicular road system and associated parking areas. Instead of randomly criss-cross-ing the campus, often conflicting with pedestrian traffic, roads and parking have been brought to the outside edge of campus. This allows the creation of a pedestrian system with major vectors connecting building groupings, as well as pedestrian scaled land-scape zones which enhance the collegiate experience.

GRAND RAPIDSAs a result of the merger with Kendall College of Art and Design and its on-going relationship with Grand Rapids Community College, FSU’s Grand Rapids campus experienced dramatic growth in its student body and in the interest in its programs. The growth placed an increasing strain on the physical environment of the University.

Neumann/Smith was asked to identify and solve the problems arising from growth as well as those that arise from occupying an urban environment that was not designed as a pedestrian campus. The Master Plan describes current buildings and provides plans for land use, vehicular traffic, and pedestrian patterns. It also analyzes and addresses possible approaches to parking issues. With an eye toward the historical roots of both Kendall College and FSU, the Master Plan addresses the practical issues facing the school and provides a grand vision of what this urban campus can become.

LOCATIONDetroit, Michigan

SIZE68,000 sf

COMPLETIONAugust 2000 New2007 Renovation

Wayne State UniversityMort Harris Recreation and Fitness CenterThe constrained site mandated a multi-story building to accommodate program elements. The compact rectangular shape and durable but inexpensive materials are cost-effective responses to the project’s tight budget. Building components that require privacy or less access, such as locker rooms, leisure pool and mechanical spaces, are placed in the lower level. High demand areas, including a two-story lobby and social space, control center, a sculptural climbing wall, cardiovascular and weight training fitness area, and administrative offices, are placed on the first floor.

The second floor consists of a gymnasium with two full basketball courts, an aerobics/dance studio, and multi-purpose room. The third floor provides a three-lane running track and additional fitness equipment area.

To meet changing campus needs, Neumann/Smith provided architectural services for renovation of the existing fitness center. The swimming pool was removed and the two-story space infilled with approximately 2,000 sf of new floor. The abandoned pool area and new floor space was converted for fitness and aerobics use. The existing fitness area and adjacent spaces were renovated and upgraded.

High demand areas, including a two-story lobby and social space, control center, a sculptural climbing wall, cardiovascular and weight training fitness area, and administrative offices, are placed on the first floor.

LOCATIONAnn Arbor, Michigan

SIZE896 Beds331 Units360,000 sf2-Level Underground Parking Garage for 167 Cars

COMPLETIONAugust 2008

EdRThe Courtyards Student HousingOur challenge for this privately owned development was to organize a high density of student housing on a very narrow and compact site adjacent to the University of Michigan’s North Campus.

Our solution was to create three 4-story courtyard buildings arranged in a linear group. The dense development and underground parking allowed more of the site to be devoted to passive and active recreation including a badminton court over the underground parking deck, a heavily landscaped greenspace in the center courtyard, and a series of urban plazas including an outdoor fireplace and barbecue area in the south courtyard.

The complex includes 331 units in a wide variety of configurations. Each unit features one to four private bedrooms, a central living and dining space with full kitchen, and laundry facilities. A centrally located community area includes management offices, a model apartment, recreational lounges, club meeting rooms, café, tanning salons, a 20 seat movie theatre, music practice rooms and a sand volleyball court.

Our challenge was to organize a high density of student housing on a very narrow and compact site. Our solution was to create three courtyard style buildings that are arranged in a linear group along a vehicular and pedestrian street.

LOCATIONBig Rapids, Michigan

SIZE70,500 sf

COMPLETIONSeptember 2007

LEED CERTIFIABLEper State Requirements

Ferris State UniversityInterdisciplinary Resource CenterThe Instructional Resource Center (IRC), originally constructed in 1969, required extensive interior and exterior renovations. To fulfill the University’s vision of becoming a “learning centered university,” the project also includes an addition connecting the IRC and the College of Business to create a new Interdisciplinary Resource Center. Reconfiguration of the outdated IRC provides flexible teaching spaces with state-of-the-art technology systems to accommodate multiple programs and departments. Reconfiguration of the second floor of the IRC provides expanded space for faculty offices and student interaction. The new Interdisciplinary Resource Center includes a variety of breakout spaces for individual and team study. The building addition is positioned parallel to State Street, a major thoroughfare dividing the campus. Entrances on the east and west sides of the new addition allow traffic from residential structures to the west to have direct access to academic buildings to the east.

The Interdisciplinary Resource Center (IRC) creates a collaborative meeting and lounge space which is heavily used by students at all hours.

LOCATIONAnn Arbor, Michigan

SIZE66 Units128,300 sf40 Car Underground Parking Structure

COMPLETIONMarch 2009

AWARDSPresident’s Award, Masonry Institute of MichiganPyramid Award, Best Project Team, Washtenaw Contractors Association

Zaragon HoldingsZaragon Place Student Housing

Neumann/Smith designed a new, privately developed housing project, centrally located in the heart of the University of Michigan’s central campus.

The nine story high building, plus partial mezzanine creating two-story high penthouses on the top floor, features a dramatic glass lobby, and a 2-story ground level fitness center. The architectural style combines traditional Campus Gothic typology with an edgy industrial loft aesthetic.

The project offers dramatic and flexible living spaces in a state-of-the-art high rise building. Lofts range in size from 917 sf for a two-bedroom unit with one bathroom, to 2,034 sf for a six-bedroom unit with three bathrooms, spacious lofts areas and two-story great rooms. The most common units offer 1,255 sf of area in a four-bedroom, two bath unit configuration.

A high level of controllability of lighting and thermal comfort ensures building user control to maximize comfort while not wasting energy. Living spaces utilize operable windows for natural ventilation to minimize the consumption of energy and to provide fresh air.

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