Western Kentucky University

Downing University Center Renovation

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DUC Proposed Renovation, Building Interior - "The Social Heart"

DUC Proposed Renovation, Building Interior - "The Social Heart"

DUC Proposed Renovation, Building Exterior facing Centennial Mall

DUC Proposed Renovation, Building Exterior facing Avenue of Champions

DUC Proposed Renovation, Ground Floor level from Avenue of Champions

DUC Proposed Renovation, Building Interior - "The Social Heart"

DUC Proposed Renovation, Nighttime from Centennial Mall

Downing University Center (DUC) Renovation

This project is a student initiative that will include upgrades to all building systems (plumbing, electrical, and mechanical) as well as complete interior renovation of the core of the original building built in 1970.  The WKU student experience will be greatly enhanced by the complete redesign of all spaces including meeting rooms, common areas, food services and the WKU Store.

Project Number:
2010.0043
Phase:
Phase B, Design
Funding Source:
Agency Bonds (student fees)
Projected Budget:
$50,000,000
Size:
 
Construction Schedule:
TBD
PDC Project Manager:
Dan Chaney, LEED AP
Architect/Engineer:
Ross Tarrant Architects
General Contractor
Whittenberg Construction Company

 

View the Construction Webcam
Updated DUC Renovation Photos
Video - View from the Hill - DUC Gutted
Video - View from the Hill - Topper Cafe
DUC Renovation Project Website / Schedule

 


 


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DUC Staircase Removal (1)

 

DUC Staircase Removal (2)

The staircases have now been removed from the former first floor ... October 22, 2012.

 

 

 

 


Western Kentucky University
Planning, Design and Construction
1906 College Heights Blvd., #20191
Bowling Green, KY 42101
PH: 270-745-8708
Fax: 270-745-2126
E-Mail: PDC@wku.edu 
 
 Last Modified 3/19/13