Purdue University Active Learning Center: Innovative Higher Ed Design
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Purdue University
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West Lafayette, Indiana
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164,000 SF









Thomas S. and Harvey D. Wilmeth Active Learning Center (WALC)
Purdue University’s Wilmeth Active Learning Center exemplifies academic building design that seamlessly integrates classroom and library environments for optimal efficiency. The space complements today’s learning styles and includes new technologies and fosters a collaborative learning atmosphere. Additionally, the Center supports classroom activities, studying, and learning in one location. The interior architecture encourages both independent study and group collaboration, with dynamic furniture arrangements that accommodate individuals, small teams, and large groups.
The technology throughout the facility allows students to stay connected. True engagement and being around their peers is critical to learning and the college experience.
With a focus on best practice higher education design services, the facility includes:
- 27 active learning classrooms equipped with projectors or flat panel monitors, designed for group collaboration (6-10 students per team).
- Classrooms occupancy ranging from 30-300 people
- Studying space and team rooms
- Integrated technology supporting both in-house and distance learning
- Movable furniture for collaborative teaching configurations
- Librarian office suites
- Assisted listening-hearing loops
- Multi-use auditorium/classroom
- Dual video images in most classrooms, enhancing the digital learning experience
With its innovative approach to university building design, the Wilmeth Active Learning Center stands as a testament to BSA Design’s excellence in higher education interior design and custom building design company expertise. By integrating sustainable building design, flexible layouts, and cutting-edge technology, this facility provides an engaging, future-focused environment for Purdue students.
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