2024 AIA Wisconsin Architectural Design Award Winners

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By enriching the communal experience and fostering personal growth, the Kybo exemplifies innovative design that enhances the natural context of Camp Minikani. The project reimagines the traditional bathroom as a multifunctional gathering space, meeting practical needs while inspiring lasting connections and memorable experiences, reinforcing the YMCA\u0027s dedication to enhancing the camper experience and fostering a sense of belonging in the great outdoors. 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The two-story building unites diverse programs under one roof, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration essential for innovation. By integrating STEM, Health Sciences, and Environmental Sciences, the design encourages spontaneous interactions critical for groundbreaking discoveries. The building features active learning classrooms, labs, a teaching kitchen, faculty offices, student study spaces, an outdoor classroom, a greenhouse, and a teaching garden, all designed to facilitate hands-on learning and research."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Strategically oriented to connect with the existing Sage Hall Science Center, Brown Hall forms a synergistic learning complex. A modern glass connector links the buildings, providing views of the teaching garden below and allowing natural light into the interior. 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The 270,916-square-foot facility offers a variety of amenities, including a 25-yard pool, eight basketball courts, an ice sheet with spectator seating, a four-story fitness center, multipurpose studios, an indoor jogging track, an adapted fitness area for the Kinesiology program, e-sports facilities, all-sport simulators, and a demonstration kitchen. The use of materials like wood and stone enhances the building\u2019s natural connection, while its curvilinear form harmonizes with the nearby Lake Mendota shoreline. The design also respects the adjacent effigy mounds, preserving their historical integrity."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Bakke\u2019s interior design prioritizes inclusivity and comfort, addressing common issues found in large recreation centers. Its open layout spans four levels, providing different activity and privacy levels to reduce intimidation and promote unity among users. 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The retreat\u2019s footprint is compact, minimizing disruption to the forest floor, while the choice of high-performance materials, such as thermally modified pine and concrete with fly-ash, ensures long-term resilience and low maintenance. Triple-pane Low-E glazing and a solar PV array contribute to the building\u2019s energy efficiency, with passive design strategies such as cross-ventilation reducing the need for mechanical cooling. "]]],[1,"p",[]],[1,"h2",[[0,[1],1,"Ground 59"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1,6],2,"Special Recognition: Site Strategy"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Milwaukee, WI -"],[0,[8,6],2," "],[0,[6,75],2,"Dan Beyer Architects"]]],[10,25],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Architecture Firm:"],[0,[],0," \n"],[0,[75],1,"Dan Beyer Architects"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Design Architect:"],[0,[],0," Daniel G. 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"]]],[1,"p",[]],[1,"h2",[[0,[1],1,"Children\u2019s Museum of Eau Claire"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1,6],2,"Special Recognition: Whole Tree Construction"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Barstow, WI -"],[0,[6,8],1," "],[0,[79],1,"Steinberg Hart "],[0,[],0,"\u0026 "],[0,[80],2,"River Valley Architects"]]],[10,26],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Architecture Firm:"],[0,[],0," \n"],[0,[79],1,"Steinberg Hart "],[0,[],0,"\u0026 "],[0,[80],1,"River Valley Architects"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Design Architect:"],[0,[],0," Malcolm Holzman, FAIA"]]],[1,"p",[[0,[7],1,"Design Team\nMembers:"],[0,[],0," Ermira Kasapi, Assoc. 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It\u0027s not obvious that most buildings are made of trees, but this one\u0027s provided that education is a fun, playful way.\u0022 "],[0,[],0,"-Corey Squire, AIA"]]]],[1,"p",[[0,[1],1,"Project Summary: "],[0,[],0,"The Children\u0027s Museum of Eau Claire represents a transformative leap from its modest origins to a striking 25,000-square-foot carbon-neutral facility that engages and educates children while revitalizing the downtown area. The design features a prominent corner bay window and a tactile precast concrete exterior with bark-like textures and porthole windows, drawing the community in and providing glimpses into the lively interior. The building has become a hub for family activities, with a 400% increase in memberships and over 150,000 visitors since opening."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Central to the museum\u2019s design is its use of whole-tree construction, which integrates 31 whole-tree columns and 126 whole-tree trusses and girders into the structural framework. These timber elements are not only visible but form an essential part of the museum\u2019s educational experience, demonstrating sustainable building practices and creating a tactile environment for exploration. The museum\u2019s interior, featuring a flexible, loft-like space, supports diverse learning opportunities and can adapt over time to new educational needs. Sustainable features such as geothermal wells, photovoltaic cells, and a well-insulated enclosure reinforce the museum\u2019s commitment to carbon neutrality, while the use of local materials and design elements roots the building firmly in its regional context. "]]],[1,"p",[]],[1,"h2",[[0,[7,5],2,"2024 JURY"]]],[10,27],[3,"ol",[[[0,[1,6],2,"\u0022We reviewed a broad range of typologies\u2014 from a tiny office retreat to a 750,000+ sf medical campus. It was very exciting to see how each team dealt with their particular constraints and opportunities to define unique solutions. 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Ranging widely in scale and typology, her award-winning work holistically extends building concepts into the interior using layered, flexible programs that expand the Studio\u2019s ethos of material exploration at an intimate scale."]]],[1,"p",[[0,[],0,"Margaret\u2019s recent built work includes the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, MIRA, Writers Theatre, Arcus Center for Social Justice Leadership, and Maisonette. She is currently working on the Spelman College Center for Innovation \u0026 the Arts, a new arts and STEM center in Atlanta, GA, focused on interdisciplinary collaboration. Her projects have obtained some of the highest sustainability ratings, including LEED Platinum and Living Building Challenge certifications. Actively engaged in the field, she chaired the jury for the 2022 American Institute of Architect\u2019s COTE Top Ten Awards. 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