KU_Chapter01_DataCollection_2014-06-10

CURRENT CONDITIONS
The contemporary campus is a rich mix of
building types and architectural styles. The age
and architectural style of buildings within the
three campus districts generally are reflective of
the history of the Lawrence campus development,
from its origins at the historic core in the North
District, to post-war development in the Central
District, to recent facilities in the West District.
Additions to existing facilities over the last 50
years have significantly developed the existing
North District campus core and increased density,
leaving little room for additional construction.
Pressure for new academic and research space
will create demand for new facilities on other
parts of campus.
The West District has assumed a more suburban
character, contrasting with the more traditional
feel of the historic core. With the demand for new
academic, residential, recreational, and athletic
facilities, there are many infill opportunities. The
placement of new buildings will help to define
the open spaces and create a more pedestrian
friendly environment. Provision of student
amenities will be important.
ONGOING PROJECTS
As with any vibrant university setting, there were
a number of projects already in the process of
being planned, designed, or constructed as this
master planning process began. To establish a point
in time for determining and crafting the future
development of the campus, the following projects
were assumed to be already underway, and were
not significantly altered by the master planning
effort:
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Jayhawk Boulevard Reconstruction Phases 1-4
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School of Business
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Earth, Energy and Environment Center North
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Earth, Energy and Environment Center South
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Replacement Tennis Courts
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Learned Engineering Expansion Phase 2 (LEEP 2)
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Freshman Housing on Daisy Hill
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McCollum Demolition
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DeBruce Center
••
Hill Engineering Research & Development
Center
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Bioscience Technology Business Center Phase 2
••
Engineering High Bay
Spooner Hall, North District
New facilities continue to be constructed in
the West District, where effort has been made
to create a central collegiate space within the
research area to help build community. Buildings
are sited to front the green space and create a true
sense of campus. Alternatively, the Lied Center
and Dole Institute of Politics are isolated within a
sea of parking.
DATA COLLECTION: CAMPUS CONDITIONS
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KU 2014–2024 CAMPUS MASTER PLAN