ISU - College of Design

Iowa State University - College of Design King Pavilion

Ames, IA

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Architecture Overview:

The pavilion is organized as a simple 2-story form on the north side of the existing 6-story College of Design facility. Studios in the addition are organized around a central core space that functions as a flexible experimentation space. The center volume allows daylight to penetrate deep into the center of the building, while windows are organized to capture daylight into each studio classroom. The building essentially requires no electric lighting during daytime hours.

Interior Design Overview:

To ensure a high level of indoor air quality,  all interior finishes & cleaning products selected for the Pavilion are low or no VOC.  These materials were also chosen for their durability, guaranteeing a long life cycle and reduced maintenance for the university. All studios have operable windows that can be controlled by the building occupants.  Individual temperature controls and task lighting have been provided in each studio to ensure occupant comfort.  Controllability of building systems is part of the "living laboratory" concept at the foundation of the Pavilions design - the building serves as a teaching tool for educational curriculum.  

Sustainability Overview:

The building essentially requires no electric lighting during daytime hours, as windows are organized to capture daylight into each studio classroom. The building is also naturally ventilated with automatic window and mechanical system controls. A vegetated roof reduces heat island affect and reduces storm water needs on the property.

  • CLIENT: Iowa State University
  • COMPLETE: July 2009
  • SIZE: 23,000 sq ft
  • AWARDS:
    • AIA Iowa Chapter - Design Award - 2009
    • AIA Iowa Chapter - Sustainable Program: "Hope for the Future" Honor Award of Excellence - 2010
  • LINKS: The King Pavilion
  • SUSTAINABLE:
    • Certified LEED for New Construction v2.2 - Platinum
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