Kahler Slater

Join Adam Bastjan, Sports + Recreation Design Principal, at the 2024 WIRSA Conference next week. Our team has designed sports and recreation environments on college and university campuses throughout Wisconsin for more than 30 years. We look forward to connecting with you at the conference.

See link below for conference details.
https://mywirsa.com/wirsa-2024

Carle Danville Medical Office Center at The Riverfront in Illinois is a 4-story, 152,800 square foot ambulatory surgical center and outpatient clinic. Designed as a destination site, the campus and facility has become a hub for community needs in a critically underserved area of the state. The campus includes space for health and wellness activities and promotes public transportation access. Carle Health embraced a new concept of self-check-in and rooming for all patients. Additional considerations included exceptional wayfinding and creating a comfortably modern environment with spaces that respond to varying patient types and needs.

Just one year after opening in Spring of 2023, Carle Health has reported over 130,000 patient visits, 93.9 % patient satisfaction and 100+ Convenient Care patients per day.

The award-winning University of Wisconsin-Whitewater College of Business and Economics was designed to accommodate the needs of students, faculty, and the business community. The modern facility includes classrooms, a 400-seat auditorium, learning labs, student study spaces, administrative offices, conference rooms, and a café.

The College is nationally recognized and houses the largest undergraduate business program and largest MBA program in Wisconsin.

The Kahler Slater Studio is underway with students from UWM's School of Architecture & Urban Planning and UIUC's Illinois School of Architecture joining us in our offices to get hands-on, real world experience in architectural practice. This year, the Chicago-based project is focused on residential and cultural typologies. The project will be viewed through the lenses of equity and affordability, encouraging students to find ways to weave in community-oriented and wellness amenities. We look forward to sharing more about the project as the semester goes forward.

Learn more about the Kahler Slater Studio via https://www.kahlerslater.com/studio

Next week Kahler Slater is sponsoring and exhibiting at the 2024 Texas College & University Facilities Professionals (TCUF) Conference. Connect with experts Larry Schnuck, Michael Ufer, Jeff Nelson, and Emily McVey at Booth G4 to learn more about how we align design with strategy to create the future of higher education in Texas and throughout the country.

See link below for the full conference agenda: https://web.cvent.com/event/f5bd43d1-e119-4d8a-8e3a-08846b45bb2b/websitePage:34e70557-054a-4b60-b070-d51c099a2232

Honoring five years since its historic transformation, Fortress Apartments has evolved from an 1890s urban factory into 132 modern apartments with shared amenities. The redesign preserved the building's historic charm, showcasing exposed brick walls, heavy-timber ceilings, and expansive windows that offer views of downtown Milwaukee and the skyline.

Head to our website to learn more.

https://www.kahlerslater.com/expertise/residential/fortress-apartment

This summer, we were proud to once again support NOMA’s Project Pipeline. Kahler Slater’s team engaged with chapters in Madison, Milwaukee, Richmond, and Chicago to assist their Project Pipeline Camps which focus on empowering young people to affect change in their community through design.

NOMA Project Pipeline’s theme this year was centered on Design Justice. Camper activities included learning design concepts, neighborhood tours, and exposure to working with technology in the field of design. Nationwide, Project Pipeline has served over 10,000 students and counting.

Our Academic Health Sciences Team designs spaces that prepare the next generation of healthcare providers. From active learning classrooms to simulation environments, our designs promote interdisciplinary and experiential learning on college and university campuses across the country.

Pictured:
Miami Dade College Center for Learning, Innovation & Simulation
University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Nursing
University of North Carolina at Greensboro Union Square Campus
Sinclair Community College Health Science Building

We are celebrating two Kahler Slater projects that secured recognition as part of this year's InBusiness Commercial Design Awards.

The awards honor the best commercial design projects built in Wisconsin by local companies. We are proud to be celebrated alongside our clients and partners.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center received Project of the Year & Best New Development or Renovation: Civic awards and Foremost Farms USA received Best Renovation: Office award.

The Daily Reporter recognized Kahler Slater’s Sandra Balk and Katy Frey with 2024 Women in Construction Awards. Sandra Balk received the Admin of the Year Award and Katy Frey received the Designer of the Year Award. These awards recognize both women for their outstanding achievements in the construction industry.

Thank you to Sandra and Katy for your positive contributions to our firm and our industry. To learn more about the 2024 honorees, see the link below.

https://dailyreporter.com/2024/08/23/2024-women-in-construction/

We are pleased to announce Lauren Lederman has joined Kahler Slater as Healthcare Strategist. Based in our Richmond office, Lauren will partner with our healthcare clients across the United States to align design with strategy, operations, and planning. With a focus on access and patient care, Lauren joins our Healthcare Team in their goal to empower clients to make data-informed decisions and advance their strategic objectives.

Join us in welcoming Lauren to the team. Read more via link in comments.

We are excited to partner with the Emporia Recreation Commission and BG Consultants on the design of their new recreation facility in Emporia, Kansas. With a goal to enhance and provide additional recreation amenities, the Emporia Recreation Center recently began community engagement efforts to understand the current needs and wants for a new recreation center. Potential spaces include a family indoor aquatic center, a multi-purpose gymnasium with court space for basketball, volleyball, and pickleball, indoor turf for soccer, baseball, and football, and many community-focused spaces for youth activity, birthday parties, meetings, and events.

Read more about the future facility plans here: https://www.emporiagazette.com/free/article_4589191e-5a45-11ef-bb68-7b00edca60f1.html

Photo Credit: Kenny Rodriguez

Texas A&M University’s College of Dentistry's Clinic & Education Building was intentionally designed support their mission to provide patient care to under-represented populations and their strategic goal to increase student enrollment. The state-of-the-art, patient-centered facility is dedicated to clinical training for upper-level and graduate dental students.

Since opening in 2020, the University has seen a 25% increase in enrollment due to the new facility and a 40% increase in capacity to provide patient care.

Kahler Slater led the programming, planning and design for this award winning project in partnership with BRW ARCHITECTS.

Uniquely positioned to allow for direct lines of sight to the lake, The Adria is strategically oriented with semi-recessed balconies that allow 80% of units to have waterfront views. The resulting rhythm of the rotated building, floor-to-ceiling windows, and balconies create a dramatic facade, capturing light and shadow throughout the day.

This 10-story building features 207 units and state-of-the-art amenities that seamlessly blend life, work, and relaxation.

The Bakke Recreation & Wellbeing Center at the University of Wisconsin-Madison has been recognized by AIA Wisconsin with a 2024 Merit Award. The building was designed to address both current and future recreational and fitness needs for its nearly 50,000 students while serving as a hub for campus wellbeing. The center’s design, inspired by the concept of total body wellness, incorporates site integration, exterior architecture, and interior materials to create a distinctive collegiate recreation experience.

Thank you to our client, the entire project team, and our many partners.

See the link below for the complete list of 2024 Design Award honorees.



https://classic.aia.org/articles/6773347-2024-aia-wisconsin-architectural-design-aw

Stetson University's new Cici & Hyatt Brown Hall for Health & Innovation has been recognized by AIA Wisconsin with a 2024 Merit Award. The 40,000-square-foot facility, was designed to honor the university's legacy while charting a modern path forward. The two-story building unites diverse programs under one roof, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration essential for innovation.

The building’s design expands upon the idea of celebrating experiential learning by pairing both expected and unexpected design elements to create a striking new direction for the campus. Oriented east-west, the building was strategically designed to optimize growth by connecting to the existing Sage Hall Science Center to create an impressive synergistic learning complex.

Thank you to our client, our partners and the project team.

See the link below for the complete list of 2024 Design Award honorees.



https://classic.aia.org/articles/6773347-2024-aia-wisconsin-architectural-design-aw

The The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Wisconsin Chapter recognized two Kahler Slater projects with 2024 Merit awards, acknowledging excellence in a project’s design.

Congratulations to our clients, design team, and partners for these recognitions. Stay tuned as we highlight the projects this week or visit our website to learn more about our project winners.

2024 Merit Awards:
Stetson University Cici & Hyatt Brown Hall for Health and Innovation
University of Wisconsin-Madison Bakke Recreation & Wellness Center

https://www.kahlerslater.com/news/kahler-slater-recognized-with-multiple-aia-wisconsin-merit-awards

We are excited to be part of this project to renovate the current home for the Wauwatosa Curling Club in Hart Park. Located in the historic Muellner Building, the project will renovate a majority of the facility including restoring the original heavy timber barrel vault ceiling structure where the ice sheets are located.

https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/hart-park-muellner-Building Design+Construction

Urban spelunking: Renovating Hart Park's senior center and curling club Some buildings need work as a result of a lack of love. That's definitely not why the Muellner Building in Wauwatosa's Hart Park, 7300 Chestnut St., is getting some much-needed attention right now.

Next week Design Principal, Adam Bastjan, will be presenting at the State Alliance of Nebraska YMCAs Summer CEO Meeting. We look forward to connecting and touring you through the new Columbus Family YMCA and Fieldhouse, completed in partnership with TSP, Inc.

Kahler Slater has a 35-year history of working with YMCAs and is committed to engaging communities to live an active, healthy lifestyle that nourishes the spirit of giving back.

Congratulations to the YMCA of Greater Waukesha County on being one step closer to realizing their vision for a new fitness center. The new facility will be built on the Waukesha County Technical College campus offering health and fitness programs.

“This new YMCA facility will provide a central location for our community to gather, stay active and engage in a wide variety of programs and services. We look forward to serving the WCTC community, the surrounding Waukesha area and continuing our commitment to Greater Waukesha County,” said YMCA CEO Chris Becker.

Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) and the YMCA of Greater Waukesha County (YGWC) have united in a dynamic partnership to create a brand-new YMCA facility on the WCTC campus. This partnership brings meaningful benefits to both organizations and the community, ensuring expanded access to fitness, health, and recreational programs for all. WCTC and YGWC share a strong commitment to serving the community and improving the quality of life for all members. This partnership brings endless opportunities in shared efforts toward fostering a healthier and more connected community.

Please visit the link for more information on this exciting new partnership!
https://bit.ly/3zLEytf

Capturing the essence of both modern luxury and timeless tradition, Kahler Slater completed an expansion and renovation to Westmoor Country Club’s spaces. This project enhances the club for future growth, providing an exceptional experience for its members and guests. Congratulations to the project team and partners for their excellent work on this transformation.

We welcome Michael Ufer, AIA, LEED AP to our firm as Principal and Academic Health Science Practice Leader. As a key member of our national higher education team, Michael will lead our health sciences, nursing, dental, and medical education projects for colleges and universities across the country. He brings over 30 years of experience in higher education design and delivery including hands-on learning laboratories, classrooms, and simulation environments.

“We are excited to have Michael join Kahler Slater to lead our growing national health sciences practice. He brings a proven track record of delivering exceptional design and he has a wealth of knowledge and innovative ideas, which will be an asset to our team. His dedication to client service aligns perfectly with our design process,” said Al Krueger, Chief Executive Officer.

Join us in welcoming Michael to the team. Read more via link below.

https://www.kahlerslater.com/news/michael-ufer-joins-kahler-slater-as-academic-health-sciences-practice-leader

The new 262-key Embassy Suites by Hilton Madison Downtown is officially open. A key component of the Judge Doyle Square Development, the full-service hotel will support the work of Destination Madison and the growth of Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center.

Congratulations to the City of Madison, our project team and partners on this ribbon-cutting and grand opening.

Mortenson, Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce