Kelley School of Business Master Plan and Implementation

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Indiana University

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Bloomington, Indiana

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6.5 Acres

This image shows the exterior architectural detail of the Kelley School of Business. This building features Gothic Revival and contemporary design elements. The structure is built with light beige/cream limestone or sandstone blocks arranged in a uniform pattern. The most striking feature is a modern glass tower or atrium that rises vertically through the center of the building, creating a dramatic contrast between the traditional stone exterior and contemporary glass. This glass element appears to be designed to bring natural light into the interior spaces. On the right side of the building, there are large Gothic-inspired windows with diamond-pattern muntins above them. The structure features vertical stone buttresses or pilasters that add dimension and traditional collegiate Gothic character to the facade. The image is taken against a partly cloudy blue sky, which highlights the light coloration of the stone. The blend of historical architectural references with modern elements (particularly the glass tower) creates an interesting juxtaposition that respects traditional campus aesthetic while incorporating contemporary functionality.

This image shows an impressive atrium or common area in the Kelley School of Business. The space features: - Dramatic two-story ceiling height with wooden architectural accents and exposed beams - Tall windows that stretch almost from floor to ceiling, allowing abundant natural light and views of autumn trees outside - Modern pendant lighting fixtures with a box/lantern design hanging from the ceiling - A split-level design with a staircase on the left leading to an upper level - A comfortable seating area with neutral-colored armchairs and sofas - Some small tables with red chairs visible in the lower right corner - People using the space for studying, socializing, and walking through The overall aesthetic combines contemporary architecture with warm wood tones, creating an inviting communal space. Several people can be seen using the area - some sitting in the lounge furniture using laptops, others at tables, and one person walking up the stairs. The architectural design emphasizes vertical space with tall windows and high ceilings, creating an open, airy atmosphere that likely serves as a gathering hub or transition space between other areas of the building.

This image shows an impressive atrium or common area in the Kelley School of Business from the second floor, so that the modern pendant lighting fixtures with a box/lantern design hanging from the ceiling are eye level. The space features warm wooden architectural accents and exposed beams Below, people using the space for studying, socializing, and walking through The overall aesthetic combines contemporary architecture with warm wood tones, creating an inviting communal space.

This image shows an elegant multipurpose meeting or conference room with upscale architectural elements. The space features a coffered ceiling with wooden beams contrasting against white ceiling panels and large windows along one wall allowing natural light to flood the space. Multiple tables are arranged throughout the room with cream-colored ergonomic chairs. Drum pendant lighting fixtures are suspended from the ceiling. There is a podium or presentation area at the front with what appears to be audiovisual equipment. The interior design incorporates neutral color palette with beige walls, wood accents, and carpeted flooring. In the background, a small group of professionally dressed people (approximately 5-6 individuals) are gathered in conversation. The overall aesthetic combines a traditional feel (with the wooden beams) and contemporary elements (modern furniture and lighting), creating a sophisticated space that could be used for meetings, conferences, or formal gatherings.

This image shows an executive style conference room with a large table and 20 leather chairs neatly arranged on all sides. The interior design incorporates neutral color palette with beige walls, wood accents, and carpeted flooring. There is one red wall that stands out amongst the rest. Large windows on one wall allow for natural light.

This image shows a modern classroom or lecture room. The room has several features, including long rectangular tables arranged in rows facing the front with gray plastic chairs. Red accent walls are contrasting with neutral beige/gray walls and a flat-screen TV is mounted on the red wall. Several windows provide natural light. There are several people in the room - four students or participants seated at the tables and one person (likely an instructor or presenter) standing at the front. The room has a formal academic or business training atmosphere with its organized seating arrangement.

This image shows a modern academic building on IU Bloomington's campus photographed at dusk or early evening. The structure features a contemporary design with an extensive glass façade that reveals three illuminated floors inside. The building is constructed with limestone with vertical architectural elements framing the large glass windows. Through the glass, interior spaces with furniture are visible, suggesting study areas or collaboration spaces. A prominent staircase can be seen through the glass on the left side. The building has an exterior staircase with handrails on the far left, leading to an upper entrance. Lamp posts with architectural lighting fixtures illuminate the entrance.

This image shows a striking architectural interior featuring a modern atrium space. The photograph is taken looking upward, capturing multiple floors with angular, geometric design elements. On the left side, there's a dramatic wall of tall, vertical windows with white architectural fins or supports that create a rhythmic pattern. The windows allow natural blue sky to be visible, bringing daylight deep into the building. On the right side of the image, there are several floors of balconies or walkways with minimalist, contemporary design. These balconies feature frosted glass railings with a light blue-green tint, supported by metal fixtures. The walkways appear to follow a geometric, angular pattern rather than traditional curved forms. The ceiling is white with integrated lighting, and the overall color palette of the space is dominated by whites, light grays, and the subtle blue tint of the glass. Some concrete or stone textured surfaces are visible in portions of the walls. This photo shows architectural design principles with emphasis on light, openness, and geometric forms.

The image shows a modern, open-concept student workspace with a sleek, contemporary design. In the foreground, there's a large wooden communal table with bright red chairs. The space extends back to reveal multiple similar seating arrangements, where a few people can be seen working. The area features floor-to-ceiling windows along the right side, bringing in natural light and providing views of trees outside. The interior combines warm wood elements with clean, neutral tones including white ceilings, glass partitions, and gray flooring with a subtle pattern. To the left, there's an elevator area with wood paneling and glass walls. The space appears designed for collaboration, with a mix of communal tables and some lounge seating with armchairs visible toward the back. Green plants add a touch of nature to the environment, contributing to a fresh, welcoming atmosphere.

This image shows a modern educational classroom designed in a tiered, semi-circular layout. The room features several curved rows of white tables arranged in an amphitheater style, with red and black office chairs at each workspace. This design allows students to face toward the front of the room where there's an instructor's desk or podium equipped with a computer. The classroom is outfitted with educational technology including ceiling-mounted projectors, a wall-mounted TV display, and a whiteboard. Windows along one side provide natural light, and there are window blinds that can be adjusted for presentations. The space has a professional, contemporary feel with neutral walls, carpeted flooring with a gray pattern, and a drop ceiling with integrated lighting. A wall clock and door to the hallway are visible in the background. This type of classroom is designed to facilitate discussion and ensure good visibility for all participants.

This image shows a modern collaborative learning or working space. The room has a flexible layout with several distinct work areas. In the foreground, there's a round table with black chairs. On the left side, two people with lighter hair are seated at a workstation - one appears to be working on a laptop while a display screen shows graphs or charts. On the right side, two people (a man in a checkered shirt and a woman in a striped top) are standing at what looks like a mobile teaching or presentation station. The room features multiple flat-screen TVs mounted on the walls and a whiteboard. There are additional small round tables with chairs scattered throughout the space. Large windows along one wall provide natural light and views of the building exterior. The space has a contemporary design with neutral colors, gray patterned carpet flooring, and a drop ceiling with recessed lighting. The overall setup appears designed for group work, collaborative learning, or flexible teaching arrangements, typical of modern educational institutions.

This image shows a modern institutional campus with brutalist architectural elements. The composition features several concrete structures arranged around a multi-level exterior space. In the foreground, there's a prominent concrete staircase with metal railings that connects different levels of what appears to be a sunken courtyard or light well area. The lower level contains gravel or small stones. The upper level consists of a brick-paved plaza or courtyard with metal railings along its perimeter. Multiple academic buildings surround this courtyard - the most prominent being a rectangular structure in the center background with a distinctive façade featuring vertical concrete elements alternating with windows. To the left, there's a more contemporary section with extensive glass curtain walls. The overall aesthetic combines utilitarian concrete architecture with more modern design elements, typical of university or institutional campuses built or renovated across different eras.

This image shows a modern academic building on IU Bloomington's campus photographed against a beautiful blue midday sky. The structure features a contemporary design with an extensive glass façade that reveals three illuminated floors inside. The building is constructed with limestone with vertical architectural elements framing the large glass windows. The building has an exterior staircase with handrails on the far left, leading to an upper entrance.

Kelley School of Business Master Plan

BSA has worked with the Indiana University (IU) Kelley School of Business for nearly 20 years. We are proud to have programmed, planned, and designed multiple projects, primarily the development of facilities. These plans, over 6.5 acres, have been developed in order to support graduate and undergraduate education, enable faculty initiatives, foster corporate connections, and celebrate the history of the school and university. Following the Master Plan, BSA notably designed and delivered critical facilities within the plan.

Hodge Hall Undergraduate Center

The Hodge Hall Undergraduate Center addition and renovation creates an experiential learning environment for student collaboration. New classrooms, meeting and student spaces support the Kelley School of Business.

The addition and renovation allows the university to accommodate an increasing student enrollment, while sustaining a high level of academic excellence. A distinctive new entry welcomes visitors and provides an identity for the undergraduate school. Spacious multipurpose rooms provide lounge space and areas for study. The rooms can also be used for small lectures, special events and receptions. High ceilings, wood paneling and beams are reflective of the university’s traditional architecture. The architecture draws from the original Kelley School of Business – Woodburn Hall.

Kelley School of Business Renovation

In the middle of a vibrant campus, a new vision in business education arose. The Hodge Hall Undergraduate Center addition marked the completion of the first phase of the two-phased improvement program. It was clear the current 48-year-old facility needed renovated. The quality of the facility with low ceilings, poor lighting, and poor wall finishes was not sending the powerful message IU wanted to incoming students as being the most innovative and important business schools in the world.

The Kelley School of Business routinely had to turn away students each year due to a lack of classroom space in the building. With the second phase, the goal of the renovation was to increase the quality and quantity of the educational spaces for undergrads. The renovation also improves many existing inefficient classroom configurations while adding two new 60-person classrooms. Besides new classrooms, the renovation adds a behavioral lab for researchers and a business communications lab. Labs are designed to promote new teaching methods that will fundamentally transform business education.

Prebys Career Services Center

The Prebys Career Services Center meets an important need for an increasing number of students at the Indiana University Kelley School of Business as well as other undergraduates across the Bloomington campus. With the expansion of Hodge Hall and an increase in the number of students admitted to the School, the facility could no longer keep up with the demand.

Programmed to support extended services for Kelley School graduates, the addition is flexible, supporting multiple events and activities, e.g., interviews/ meetings, counseling, job fairs and visiting corporate partners. The Career Services addition houses a large reception space, multiple smaller scale meeting and conference spaces, and offices.

Completing the additions and renovations to the Kelley School of Business buildings, BSA proposed the Center’s site be located north of the existing Kelley tower on the east side of Fee Lane. The connection to the north end minimizes the impact on existing office windows, allowing for more natural light. This strategically also engaged the landscaped area west of the tower along Fee Lane as a seating area and collaboration zone.

Paul H. O’Neill Graduate Center

The Paul H. O’Neill Graduate Center houses all of Indiana University’s School of Public and Environmental Affairs (SPEA) graduate programs, opening unprecedented possibilities for study, research, and collaboration.

The addition within the Kelley School of Business creates an identity for SPEA by aligning the front façade with its neighbors and improving circulation into and through the building. The exterior detailing aligns with SPEA’s forward-thinking goals and mission. SPEA’s unique multidisciplinary learning environment offers students state-of-the-art classrooms sized for master’s student core classes and equipped with leading-edge technology and graduate-only study areas and information commons to foster networks and fellowship.

The facility enhances the presence of SPEA by pulling the building closer to the street and increasing the overall scale. The design incorporates generous amounts of limestone, drawing upon the rich heritage of the overall campus aesthetic. It also introduces a south-facing curtain wall to create a more identifiable building entrance. Physically connected to Kelley School, the addition serves as a companion piece along Tenth Street.

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Architecture, Engineering, Interior Design, Planning