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Statement of Qualifications

ARCHITECTURE | INTERIOR DESIGN

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Firm Profile Market Sectors Environmental Stewardship Design Leadership Project Experience Recent Recognition

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Providing design and service excellence for the benefit of our clients, our people, our community, and our environment.

CSO is a team of architects and interior designers driven by the desire to provide design and service excellence for the benefit of our clients, our people, our community, and our environment. Our ability to form strategic, long-term partnerships has resulted in a lasting legacy in the region as well as the opportunity to serve clients nationwide.

We are active listeners and trusted advisors with expertise in a wide range of market sectors. Our diverse expertise informs thoughtful, and technically sound design solutions delivered through unparalleled project management skills.

HISTORY Since 1961, CSO has grown to be one of Indiana’s largest, most reputable design firms. Our diverse portfolio represents decades of innovative design solutions for a wide range of clients and project types. We have built a lasting legacy of excellence in design and service by playing key roles in many of the region’s iconic projects including the Indianapolis International Airport, the JW Marriott Complex, and the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts. These projects, along with many others, are a testament to the role CSO has played in the growth and development of the area.

Capabilities: Architecture Interior Design Project Management Experiential Branding Sustainable Design Biophilic Design Visioning & Master Planning Artwork, Design & Procurement 3D Visualization Digital Modeling and Fabrication

APPROACH Our collaborative, people-focused design approach, integrated with cutting-edge design technology, ensures that our designs contribute to our clients’ unique environment in lasting and meaningful ways. While every project is unique, our project approach is consistent, straightforward and relies on proven concepts. We believe in the importance of leadership, continuity of team members throughout the project, collaboration, building consensus, and effective communication.

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Market Sector Expertise

Our diverse portfolio highlights our continued success in targeted market sectors, and features our ability to deliver unique project types by relying on the individual talents of our team members. The size of our firm, coupled with the depth of our experience ensures that we are able to offer clients the opportunity to work with a team that brings significant, relevant expertise to each project.

K-12 Education Higher Education Workplace Healthcare Manufacturing + Logistics Community Hospitality Housing + Mixed-Use

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Advanced Design Technology The CSO Team harnesses a powerful array of tools and technologies to elevate your projects. At the heart of our approach is our Innovation Lab where we test, refine, and perfect the latest in cuttingedge design technology. These advanced solutions aren’t just about keeping pace; they’re about setting the standard, ensuring communication is clear, collaboration is seamless, and your project benefits from the very best in design innovation.

Virtual Reality (VR) transforms the way clients experience architectural design.

Instead of relying on 2D plans or static renderings, VR offers an immersive walkthrough of the space allowing clients to see scale, flow, and details as if the building were complete. This clarity improves decision-making, reduces misunderstandings, and minimizes costly changes later in the process.

Prototyping demonstrates how innovation and craftsmanship converge, turning concepts into tangible design solutions. Our custom light fixtures showcase the journey from cardboard mockups to walnut veneer pendants with 3D-printed components, including “twist-and-turn” locking mechanisms for easy bulb changes and interchangeable fixtures.

Photo-realistic renderings portray accurate, immersive views of building interiors and exteriors. CSO creates these for all projects as part of our base services to effectively communicate design intent and inspire client confidence.

Advanced 3D Printers are used to create precise, highly detailed models that bring designs to life. Using models accelerates decisionmaking, allowing teams to test ideas, refine details, and incorporate feedback quickly without significant cost or time penalties.

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Environmental Stewardship At CSO, we prioritize environmental stewardship. Our approach integrates sustainability into every project, ensuring that the spaces we create not only protect the natural world but also enrich the way people experience and interact with both nature and architecture.

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN Regardless of certification goals, CSO incorporates sustainable solutions into all projects.

Through a collaborative, holistic approach, we enable clients to define strategies that reduce ecological footprint and promote environmental responsibility

BIOPHILIC DESIGN Biophilia, the innate human tendency to connect with nature, is supported by principles that emphasize this bond. Today, people spend nearly 90% of their time indoors, creating a disconnect from natural environments. CSO applies both quantitative and qualitative strategies to help clients integrate biophilic design—bringing nature into spaces to reduce stress, improve cognitive function, and boost productivity and well-being Nature of the Space addresses spatial configurations that mimic natural environments. It includes concepts like prospect, refuge, mystery, and risk to create dynamic, engaging spaces. These patterns foster feelings of safety, curiosity, and comfort, supporting mental restoration and improved performance.

Sustainable design creates healthier, more efficient spaces. Organizations benefit from lower operating costs, cleaner air, and abundant natural light.

These improvements boost employee well-being, morale, and productivity while supporting long-term retention.

Nature in the Space focuses on direct visual and sensory contact with natural elements such as plants, water, and daylight. Incorporating these features reduces stress, improves mood, and enhances cognitive performance, productivity, and overall well-being in built environments.

Natural Analogues use representations of nature rather than direct contact. This includes organic patterns, nature-inspired shapes, and materials like wood or stone. These elements evoke familiarity and comfort, promoting psychological well-being and creating spaces that feel connected to the natural world.

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Across the Nation

CSO is proud to be an Indiana-based firm with a strong national footprint. While we focus on serving local clients, our expertise has enabled us to successfully design and manage projects across the United States CSO’s Principals are registered with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), meeting the highest standards for protecting public health, safety, and welfare.

This credential enables our Principals to maintain active licensure in multiple states, allowing CSO to successfully deliver projects beyond Indiana.

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BIM Technology is used to streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and add value throughout the design and construction process. By integrating BIM into every phase, we improve accuracy, reduce risk, and create a more connected experience for clients and project teams.

Collaborative Design drives our approach to all projects. We welcome the exchange of ideas, we listen, and our designs reflect this.

Community Support is often a vital aspect of our projects. CSO supports initiatives that help build strong communities and we help ensure your community supports your project.

Design Leadership

At CSO, we believe that leadership is defined as the ability to translate vision into reality. Our collaborative design approach begins with guiding clients through a process to define their vision. Then, as a team, we develop guiding principles for making that vision a reality. The guiding principles will inform each decision moving forward to ensure that the project is a success.

As a service-oriented design firm, we believe it is imperative that design strategies enhance business and operational goals. To ensure that we achieve this goal, a dedicated Managing Principal provides oversight for each of our projects. Our Principals are practitioners who foster a culture of mutual respect and support between all

members of the design team. A highly qualified Project Manager will lead the design team and manage the process with thoughtful guidance, while incorporating expertise and input from key stakeholders and consultants.

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Project Experience Our diverse portfolio represents decades of experience across a wide variety of project types. Select experience is featured on the pages that follow.

Indianapolis International Airport

Westfield High School

JW Marriott Complex

Tri-North Middle School

The Palladium

Silver Creek High School

Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial

Cathedral High School Innovation Center

IU Health Bloomington Hospital

Plainfield High School

IU Health Downtown Hospital

GE Aviation LEAP Engine Facility

Gateway Hancock Health

GE Waukesha Engine Factory

Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine

Cummins Seymour Technical Center

Elanco Global Headquarters

Saab Aeronautics

Clif Bar

Westin Indianapolis Airport Hotel

SEP Corporate Headquarters

Hotel Nickel Plate

Allied Solutions Corporate Headquarters

Hampton Inn & Suites - Rosemont

Carr Workplaces - Friendship Heights

Atmosphere Tempe

Barnes & Thornburg

220 North Meridian

Butler University Lacy School of Business

421 North Pennsylvania

Ball State University North Dining Facility

The Olivia on Main

Purdue Honors College

Terre Haute Convention Center

University of Louisville Residence Halls

Westfield YMCA

Indiana University Assembly Hall

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PROJECT DETAILS Location

Indianapolis International Airport

Indianapolis, Indiana Size

1,178,000 sf Sustainability

LEED Certified

The Indianapolis International Airport acts as a symbolic gateway to the region while providing a welcoming atmosphere and awardwinning customer service.

Awards

Monumental Award Best of Midwest Construction Award Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards – Top Domestic Airport Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Award – Best U.S. Airport Airport Council International North America’s Best Airport Airport Council International Director General’s Roll of Excellence J.D Power and Associates Highest Customer Satisfaction Score

The terminal at the Indianapolis International Airport is a modern, dual-level terminal located midfield between the two main runways. The terminal is designed as a dynamic, changing form that reveals its purpose as a destination, gateway, and powerful symbol of the city. The first complete airport campus to earn LEED certification, the airport is built for growth and flexibility well into the future.

CSO directed and coordinated the design development, construction documents, bidding, and construction administration

phases of this seven-year project. The firm displayed the key skills that airport planners were looking for to lead this partnership, including; the ability to collaborate with the Design Architect and other consultants; an outstanding track record in partnerships with Disadvantaged, Minority, and Women Business Enterprises; and experience with large, multifaceted projects that demand aggressive scheduling and multiple bid package experience. This project was designed in collaboration with HOK.

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JW Marriott Complex

Indianapolis, Indiana Size

1,830,245 sf Number of Floor Levels

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This Indianapolis landmark anchors the Marriott IndyPlace Convention Center Hotel Complex with over 100,000 square feet of meeting and event space, and the single largest hotel ballroom in the Midwest.

Parking Structure

1,000 spaces, 3 below grade levels Awards

America’s Lodging Investment Summit - Development of the Year AIA Indiana Citation Award ACI Indiana Project of the Year Hotel Business Magazine - New Construction Deal of the Year Marriott International - Full Service Opening of the Year

The 34-story crescent-shaped tower fronts the city but pivots on the site, reinforcing the downtown grid to the east while acknowledging the museum campus gardens and White River to the west and north. The complex has a low-rise masonry and limestone podium that wraps the west and south façades and creates a city-scaled plinth that helps moderate the overall scale of the structure. The dramatic tower interlocks with the podium and presents itself in full height along the east and north façades, and a two-story glass canopy defines the main entrance on West Street.

Within the podium there is ballroom and meeting space made up of 23,000 square feet of exhibition space, a 20,670 square foot junior ballroom and a 40,500 square foot grand ballroom, which is one of the largest Marriott ballrooms in the world. The 1,005-key complex also has a 1,000 car, three-level, below grade parking structure and a covered overhead walkway to the Indiana Convention Center, making it the perfect destination for the adjacent convention center, museums, ballpark, and business district.

This project was completed in collaboration with HOK and was the largest JW in the world at the time of completion.

FLOOR PLAN Main Level

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The Palladium

Carmel, Indiana Size

160,000 sf Sustainability

Certified LEED Gold

An unprecedented cultural attraction for the region, this 1,600-seat world-class concert hall features state-of-the-art acoustics and Italian Renaissance style architecture.

Awards

ABC Indiana Chapter Award of Excellence Outstanding Large Scale Masonry Achievement Award ENR Midwest Best Project in Cultural/Worship

The design of the Palladium is based upon the traditional ‘shoe box’ shape concert hall with high ceilings and massive, sound-reflecting walls. This cornerstone of the Carmel City Center is designed to accommodate a myriad of music types.

The performance hall is designed as a multi-purpose space, yet its principal use is for live symphonic music. Through the design process it was decided that a truly multi-purpose room would not meet the highest standards for music production, however a room built for symphonic music can support many other types of events. In true concert hall fashion, the hall was developed as a single room, meaning there is no separation between the audience

and the performers. This allows the initial sound to radiate freely without the constriction of a proscenium wall.

Within the hall, acoustics are further refined with the utilization of variable acoustic devices including automated curtains and a one-ofa-kind glass and steel acoustic canopy. The facility also includes state-of-the-art production lighting and sound systems with the capability to handle almost any production.

The space is designed to accommodate all patrons with visually excellent sight lines. The seating mix includes distinct locations including main floor, choral balcony, balcony, and box seats with private anterooms.

CSO was commissioned by the City of Carmel and the Carmel Redevelopment Commission to serve as the Architect of Record on The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts. The firm worked with David M. Schwarz Architects and Artec Consultants, Inc. to design the only true concert hall in the region.

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National Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial

Washington, D.C. Awards

American Architecture Award

The National Desert Shield and Desert Storm Memorial is a new national monument that has received Congressional and Presidential approval to be built near the Lincoln Memorial.

The National Desert Storm and Desert Shield War Memorial Act authorized the National Desert Storm Memorial Association, a 501(c)3 organization, to establish a commemorative work on federal land in the District of Columbia to commemorate and honor those who, as members of the Armed Forces, served on active duty in support of Operation Desert Storm or Operation Desert Shield. The Association has been led by a dedicated group of veterans from most branches of the military since 2011. In March of 2017, President Trump signed legislation authorizing the memorial’s construction to be within Area I. Then, in June of 2018, the site at 23rd & Constitution was approved by

the Commission of Fine Arts and the National Capital Planning Commission, placing the memorial in very close proximity to the Lincoln Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.

CSO has been an official partner of the project since 2012, preparing the first conceptual design for the project, working pro bono from 2012 to 2016.

CSO is currently working with a larger design team comprised of architects, landscape architects, and artists to finalize the integrated artistic elements of the design.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Bloomington, Indiana

IU Health Bloomington Hospital at the Regional Academic Health Center

Size

600,000 sf Sustainability

Certified LEED Silver Awards

AIA Indiana Healthcare Design Citation Award

The new IU Health Bloomington Hospital at the Regional Academic Health Center, is a 600,000 s.f. hospital where IU Health launched a new model of healthcare on Indiana University’s Bloomington campus.

In addition to replacing the current hospital, the new hospital provides an environment to practice, teach, learn, heal and ultimately improve the quality of life of those it serves.

CSO’s success in leading large, complex projects positioned the firm as an ideal partner when IU Health sought a firm to take on the management of the overall design team for completion of the hospital and clinic. The complexity of the project, along with having numerous firms involved, presented an opportunity and challenge. CSO’s past experience enabled the firm to quickly engage and provide management

services on behalf of the Health System. In addition to providing overall project management, the CSO team worked closely with the project partners to oversee and progress design concepts and strategies. A collaborative culture where team members contributed equally, and frequently was put in place on day one.

This simple strategy positioned the designers around the table with the users groups to ensure quantitative and qualitative information gathering informed design decisions.

Through a collaborative process with IU Health, project partners, and CSO, the new IU Health

Bloomington Hospital provides a patient, family, physician and employee experience that is welcoming, intuitive, and serene.

Details such as the integration of local art, which connects the facility with its surroundings, underscores IU Health’s commitment to cultivating a culture of community pride while enhancing the emotional wellbeing of those served by the facility. Healthcare services provided by the facility include office visits, diagnostic testing, inpatient services, a Women’s Center, outpatient care, a trauma center, and an emergency department.

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IU Health New Downtown Hospital

Indianapolis, Indiana Awards

Evidence-Based Design Hospital Room Prototype, The Center for Health Design, Touchstone Award

CSO is helping guide IU Health’s vision for creating a new model of care, delivered through a new state-of-the-art hospital and medical campus in downtown Indianapolis.

An eight-block expansion will add 44 acres to the existing campus, while consolidating IU Health’s two Indianapolis hospitals into a new state-of-the-art facility. As a member of the core project team, CSO is providing project management services for the new hospital building.

The new hospital will combine adult services into one location and further IU Health’s vision of creating a new model of care, delivered in a more cost-efficient, accessible, and convenient way. By consolidating Methodist Hospital and University Hospital, IU Health is able to eliminate costly duplication of services. The

new facility will include more than 800 private patient beds and a full service outpatient center. With an anticipating opening in 2027, the new IU Health Hospital will serve the community for generations to come.

The core project team consists of a joint venture, CURIS Design, made up of CSO, BSA LifeStructures, and RATIO Architects. As CURIS Design, the three firms will ensure that the new IU Health campus is a distinctive, resilient healthcare space that serves the Indianapolis community efficiently, effectively and sustainably.

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Gateway Clinic

Greenfield, Indiana Size

43,257 sf

When Hancock Regional Health sought to innovate and expand their reach, they called on CSO to design a healthcare-centered, mixed-use campus anchored by a new clinic.

CSO conducted extensive visioning sessions with administrators, doctors, nurses, community members, and others in order to capture the spirit of Hancock Regional Health (HRH) and the people who would use this new campus.

Phase I of the project is the Gateway Clinic, which provides urgent care, imaging services, and a lab. The waiting area embraces updated concepts and offers café and lounge seating, encouraging patients to work or play while waiting for their appointments. The idea for this café-lounge waiting area became the backbone of the design and drove the architecture from the inside out. Working closely together, interior

designers and architects were able to create a building that prioritized the needs of the community, patients, and employees without sacrificing efficiency or design aesthetic.

Another key component of the Phase I design was to plan for their anticipated growth. The second floor of the Gateway Clinic was left as shell space during the initial programming to accommodate future growth. As a follow-up to the initial planning, CSO worked with leadership to design and buildout the second floor just few years after they initially occupied the space.

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Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine

Carmel, Indiana Size

38,537 sf

Architects and interior designers at CSO designed an office that held true to the Goodman Campbell brand: strong, trusted, current, and innovative.

Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine is a leading neurological healthcare provider. With a presence at major health institutions throughout the Indianapolis area, their newest office is their first stand-alone location. Seeing this as an opportunity to express their trusted brand through the use of space, they tapped longtime partner, CSO, for the job.

Upon entering the building, staff and clients are greeted with a 2-story dimensional wall and unique light sculpture, directly contrasting with an otherwise sleek and minimal lobby. It is immediately clear that this space is not a typical healthcare environment. Continuing into the

first floor patient area, patients see a materiality not often associated with healthcare: diffused light art installations, clean white quartz, and black metal accents are paired with a textured carpet and wood accents to create a space that, despite its modernity, is warm and welcoming to all.

The exam area is laid out in an easy-to-navigate circular traffic pattern. As patients enter this area, they first see the checkout desk and its identifying feature: a stunning image of brain neurons which has been enlarged so much that the look could be mistaken for marble.

Upstairs, the reception area also sports a unique and beautiful installation. This time, a wood-and metal sculpture grabs your attention. It undulates against the wall, conjuring a spinal cord. Across the waiting room, patients can catch a glimpse of a companion piece: a spinelike light fixture hanging above a staffonly conference space.

Staff spaces are designed to the same standard as the patient-facing spaces.

A social hub on each floor contains upscale casework and the warmth of a wood ceiling. The second floor social hub includes a dramatic upholstered bench. Both spaces provide respite from the staff’s naturally stressful jobs.

Throughout, CSO’s interiors team focused on creating a space that felt curated and filled with art, similar to how staff and patients might curate their own art collections at home. By making a space that feels both forward-thinking and welcoming, CSO’s interiors team was able to express Goodman Campbell’s own approach to healthcare.

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Elanco Global Headquarters

Indianapolis, Indiana Size

321,959 sf Sustainability

LEED Certified

Elanco Animal Health, the world’s second largest animal health company, will consolidate its global operations by relocating its global headquarters to a new 45-acre campus in downtown Indianapolis.

The project is part of a $300 million investment to make Indiana the home base of the company’s operations. The new Indy campus will reflect the post-pandemic work environment, with at least 25% less office space than the company’s current headquarters. Elanco envisions a “workplace of the future” with the spaces, technology, and flexibility necessary in a post-pandemic world.

CSO’s project management and design team leadership is focused on:

CSO and RATIO Design joined forces for this project in order to maximize local involvement and take advantage of both firm’s professional design expertise, resources, and considerable corporate design portfolios.

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Schematic design documentation

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Interior space planning and operational flows analysis

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Design development documentation

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Construction documents, coordination, and detailing

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Interior design, signage, and environmental graphics design

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Code compliance, life safety and accessibility design

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LEED and sustainable design coordination

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Construction Administration

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Clif Bar

Indianapolis, Indiana Size

9,981 sf addition 14,528 sf remodel Links

Project Reveal Video A New and Improved Work Environment Awards

AIA Indiana Citation Award, Interior Architecture Indy Chamber Monumental Award, Interior Design

Clif Bar chose CSO, over firms across the country, after a search to find a design firm whose culture and core values aligned with their Five Aspirations.

Clif Bar is a private company guided by Five Aspirations focused on sustaining their business, brands, people, community, and the planet. When they set out to design a renovation and expansion of their Indianapolis facility, it was crucial that their chosen design firm embraced a like-minded approach to incorporating biophilic design, renewable energy, repurposed materials, and locally-sourced materials. The two-story addition doubled the size of their office space while providing a work environment that is centered around the well-being of their employees. Not a single facet of the design was proposed without linking it back to direct evidence that such a feature would matter to the people who would inhabit the space.

Biophilic Design was crucial in creating an interior and exterior that would be an invigorating and comfortable environment for workers who spend long shifts indoors. Drawing on inspiration from the native Indiana geology, the building is clad in rough limestone detailed to express horizontal strata, and utilizes shading devices which draw upon the complexity and order of natural patterns, creating a soft play of light similar to that of a deciduous woodland.

These themes of prospect and refuge continue inside, offering dynamic double-height spaces in which to host all-hands meetings, as well as intimate nooks for private rest and respite.

By express intention, every single employee has the same arrival experience and amenities.

Bakery staff and office workers alike are intermixed in social spaces under skylights and at critical building zones.

Given prominence due to the people it serves, the employee breakroom occupies the outer portion of the second floor. It is afforded sweeping view of the outdoors, and is uniquely branded to reflect the spirit and diversity of Clif Bar’s employees.

CSO’s design process was enhanced through workplace research data provided by DORIS Research as well as input on biophilic design features from Terrapin Bright Green, who has developed biophilic design strategies for other Clif Bar facilities.

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SEP Corporate Headquarters

Westfield, Indiana Size

65,051 sf Awards

Indy Chamber Monumental Award, Architecture

Inspired by the attributes of the site, designers seamlessly integrated natural elements with the SEP brand to create the design for the new company headquarters.

SEP is an Indianapolis-based company with a national footprint. When faced with the challenge of creating a new “forever home” for their headquarters, SEP and Pure Development turned to CSO. A site strategically placed along the US 31 corridor in Westfield became the front runner, and it aligned beautifully with their corporate culture and aspirations.

With the site selected, the design team worked hand in hand with key stakeholders to capture the essence of SEP and marry it with the natural environment of the site. Key architectural features, such as the random rhythm of the facade’s vertical lines, mimic the complexity, order and rhythms found in nature. This design statement allows the building to become one

with the site while simultaneously establishing a strong brand presence to passing traffic on US 31. In addition, the large ribbons of glazing provide views and capture reflections of the adjacent protected wetlands and wooded surroundings, reinforcing the connection of SEP’s “forever home” to nature.

CSO designed the project holistically, integrating the building’s design with its rolling site and context. The parking fields were strategically scaled and designed as a series of smaller areas of paving separated by stands of native plantings and grasses. This site master stroke, which mimics natural sedimentary rock outcroppings, worked with the site’s topography to minimize the visual impact of parking and to provide a

creative opportunity to address storm water management. The gentle bend in the building’s footprint also responds to and leverages the natural features of the site by nestling the building against the woodlands and pond in order to maximize views for the building’s inhabitants.

The design team worked seamlessly from exterior to interior to further enhance the user and visitor experiences. The symbolic rhythm found on the façade was “tuned” in order to contribute in specific ways to the various interior work environments - - enhancing collaborative spaces, peaking curiosity, and inspiring ingenuity. The natural assets of the site are further leveraged through the strategic placement of interior walls, the framing of views, and the selection of an intentionally restrained material palette.

SEP’s unique brand is on display throughout the design. Designers found inspiration and drew a connection between the view-accenting architecture and the company’s preferred style of work: scrum. In this method, employees will apply large numbers of post-its to walls. The

shape of a post-it on a wall mimicked the shape of the building footprint, and designers used this connection to influence key design features. Upon arrival visitors will notice an artful series of back-lit metal tabs peeling from a feature wall. This artistic expression pays homage to the scrum process while serving as a subtle branding component of the design. The design team further embraced the holistic design approach by crafting one of a kind furniture pieces from timbers sourced from the SEP site.

The unapologetic blend of nature and technology is evident within the new SEP headquarters.

Today’s technology infuses a sense of hustle, and SEP challenged this notion by creating a space to be present within. It is a space in which to relax and find refuge. It is space in which to collaborate and nurture new ideas. It is space in which to entertain and to welcome clients and friends. It is a space that is uniquely SEP, and in their own words, it is their “Forever Home”.

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Allied Solutions Corporate Headquarters

Carmel, Indiana Size

108,000 sf Awards

Indy Chamber Monumental Award

When Allied Solutions realized that they wanted a space that reflected a greater company-wide cultural transformation – rather than a standard tenant-finish solution – they relied on CSO to guide them through the process.

CSO designers conducted extensive visioning sessions with focus groups from Allied Solutions to guide and inspire the design for their new headquarters. The Allied Solutions team had the following to say about the visioning process: “When you ask employees what they want in a new space, they are limited to envisioning only the environments in which they have personally experienced. The Visioning exercise developed

by CSO draws out attitudes and ideas that employees otherwise would not be able to voice when asked, ‘what do you want in your space?’ This was a key part in the overall design

strategy for Allied Solutions’ new headquarters, allowing our employees to voice their unique input for the company’s new space.”

The holistic interior design, and seamlessly incorporated branding elements are apparent immediately upon arrival to Allied’s second floor lobby. There, employees and visitors are enveloped by Allied Solutions’ “Blue Culture” with views to an atrium with a grand staircase, an informal mid-level conference room, social gathering spaces, and a 3rd level conference room. By design, the activity of the office is

put on display in response to feedback provided by the user groups during their visioning sessions. Research and careful dissection of information from the visioning sessions gave designers the opportunity to carefully parallel Allied Solution’s unique culture in its interior environment. The result is a unique space that embodies the company’s cultural and business aspirations.

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Carr Workplaces Friendship Heights

Chevy Chase, Maryland Size

29,803 sf

Carr Workplaces Friendship Heights provides an upscale co-working environment just outside of Washington, D.C. Carr Workplaces asked CSO to develop a design to refresh their Friendship Heights location and breathe new life into their brand. CSO achieved this with a sophisticated, energetic approach that relies on a vibrant accent colors and artwork to bring the space to life. This combination paired with the exposed structure creates an urban feel, which is unique in the historic suburban neighborhood where the office is located.

The renovated space proudly displays Carr’s hospitality-focused roots, and emphasizes the arrival sequence with a casual café. The café serves visitors and the daily users of the workplace equally and brings a new, active energy to the lobby. Designers fine-tuned the conference spaces, adjacent to the lobby, and

reused glass entries of existing conference rooms to add dimension and sight lines to exterior views while artfully filtering the natural light.

The renovation has been widely praised by the diverse demographic of occupants. The mix of classic detailing with modern sophistication bridges multiple generations, and makes for a comfortable space for all. Carr Workplaces has deemed the Friendship Heights location their new flagship, and plans to incorporate the influence across the county.

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Barnes & Thornburg Conference and Event Center

Indianapolis, Indiana Size

3,249 sf Awards

AIA Indiana Design Award, Citation Award Indy Chamber Monumental Award IIDA Indiana Chapter Interior Design Excellence Award

CSO’s Interior Design Studio partnered with Barnes & Thornburg, LLP to renovate an under-utilized asset at their national headquarters in downtown Indianapolis.

Originally built in 1903 as a bank, their office at 11 S. Meridian Street still houses the original vault room in the lower level. Barnes & Thornburg approached CSO with the goal of repurposing the vault to create a hospitality space to entertain visitors, cater small receptions, and conduct board meetings.

Measuring at just 3,249 square feet, the vault was going to need to maximize flexibility and style if it was going to satisfy the program. To accommodate the client’s goals for utilizing the space, the team also devised two furniture setups: lounge seating to support cocktail events or more casual gatherings, and a conference layout to support board meetings and other formal meetings.

The final design modernizes the classic detailing found throughout the historic building.

The perimeter of the conference/lounge space showcases a frieze made up of an egg and dart detail found in grates throughout the building.

The frieze frames a ‘Scales of Justice’ oculus similar to the one seen on signage at the front entry of the building. Also seen on the front entry (and throughout the building) is a jack and cross motif which inspired the gleaming metal bar front and a backlit metal ceiling tile in the bar area. At either end of the primary gathering space, bookcases are anchored with green safe deposit boxes which were intentionally preserved in their unrestored state, adding character to the design and embracing the vault’s storied journey.

As a subtle reference to height markers often seen in mugshots, the design team added a quirky tick mark detail set into the trim that frames each set of doors. Above each of the tick-mark details is a quatrefoil with a key-hole detail, personalizing the classic detailing to this unique project.

What we refer to as “the vault” is actually three separate vaults, all accessed through very beautiful and intricate doors. When the design team repurposed one of the vaults into a storage room for furniture, the associated door was removed. Not wanting to discard the door, the design team recessed it into the floor at the landing area of the staircase. The other two doors were also beautifully restored.

The result of the collaboration with the client is a uniquely branded space that is highly flexible.

In a space that could easily have felt confined, designers achieved a warm elegance worthy of admiration by the client and visitors alike.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Indianapolis, Indiana

Lacy School of Business Butler University

Size

103,000 sf Sustainability

Certified LEED Gold

The new building for the Lacy School of Business supports and communicates the school’s focus on innovation, experiential learning, and productive interaction between the business community and Butler University.

The design features innovative spaces for experiential learning, including: flexible classrooms where local professionals teach workplace-style classes, centers staffed by organizations that involve students in research and outreach, and collaborative workspaces where students develop their own business in concert with experts from the region. The building represents Butler’s competitive distinction from its peer institutions by making activities and interaction immediately visible and central to students’ experience. The design provides visibility by creating transparent spaces that invite participation in central locations around the

multi-story atrium at the heart of the building.

In addition, the central, broad, open stairs and generous balconies encourage creative collisions as students, faculty, and visitors move and interact throughout the building.

The Innovation Commons, which opens onto the central atrium, is equipped for students to start and run their own businesses as well as a wide range of other types of experiential learning. The Centers, distributed around the main level, provide space where business professionals, faculty, and students work together to solve business challenges. Glass overhead doors open

to connect to the atrium and convey the importance and vitality of that work to the school and its guests.

The Butler Business School is named in honor of Andre B. Lacy, a local, successful entrepreneur and philanthropist, as well as a committed family man and daring adventurer. CSO’s interior design studio honored his life with a series of installations that incorporate a collection of custom-designed icons representing his many facets. The icons appear throughout the building as design elements in areas such as the rug in the main atrium and small medallions that are hidden throughout the building. A timeline of his life takes the form of 25 envelopes, connecting his first job in a mailroom and the endowment gift, reminding students that their humble

beginnings can build to something great. The design team also featured objects that were important to Lacy – the time clock Lacy once used to clock into his job and the motorcycle he rode across continents. These were both gifts from the family who were intimate collaborators on the project.

Located in a prominent place on the campus, visible from the east entrance, the building completes the cross axis of the original campus masterplan. The building’s vertical towers and active silhouette reflect the characteristics of the much-loved historic campus. The building replaces a parking lot and defines the intersection of the two major green spaces at the center of the campus. CSO completed this project in collaboration with Goody Clancy.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Muncie, Indiana

North Dining Hall

Ball State University

Size

71,203 sf Sustainability

Certified LEED Silver

Designed to invigorate Ball State University’s North Residential Neighborhood, this new dining facility is an integral part of the students’ campus experience.

During the planning process, careful consideration was given to the facility’s location in relation to campus, and nearby residence halls. The design includes spaces for dining, collaboration, and studying. The facility provides 685 seats in a variety of seating areas and offers MicroRestaurant style dining with eight different restaurant concepts. Centralized prep kitchen and dish washing areas, along with other backof-house spaces, support the dining operations.

Dining and kitchen spaces are located on the main level.

In addition to dining, the facility houses the administrative offices for Dining & Food Services and Housing & Residence Life. These office facilities are on a second level, with a designated entrance along McKinley Ave. This project was designed in collaboration with Hanbury.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

West Lafayette, Indiana

Honors College and Residences

Purdue University

Size

320,000 sf Sustainability

Certified LEED Gold

Students in the Honors College have the opportunity to connect and interact with their peers and faculty on a routine basis in this living/ learning environment.

Purdue University envisioned an interdisciplinary living-learning community that would serve as a centralized hub for the students, administration, and academic spaces associated with their Honors College program. As their only academic residential college, the University’s goal was to provide students with an environment purposefully designed for state-of-the-art active learning.

The academic spaces consist of approximately 40,000 square feet to accommodate faculty and staff offices, classrooms, innovation space, and study spaces. Learning and leadership opportunities include a STEAM (science,

technology, engineering, arts and agriculture, math) research lab, active learning studios, and an Innovation Forum – featuring an interactive, programmable floor – provides a showcase for student projects.

The “Great Hall”, a flexible space that can be configured to seat more than 400 for lectures, presentations, and events, is the centerpiece of the Honors College. The space is located in the center of the community with access to a primary campus path and greenspace.

The two buildings that make up the community – each with academic space and

residential space – are located within the University’s “student success corridor.”

Over 800 students live in clusters of roughly 24 students in pod configurations complemented by community and social areas designed to foster informal interaction and collaboration. CSO collaborated with Hanbury for this project.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Louisville, Kentucky

Belknap Village North & South Residence Halls

University of Louisville

Size

Phase I: 130,228 sf Phase II: 127,000 sf Sustainability

Certified LEED Gold (Phase I & II) Awards

CSO designed two new residence halls that engage students in active areas of living and learning, while maximizing the use of exterior spaces.

ICF Builder Award (Phase I & II)

In order to maintain enough housing to meet the University’s current needs, the 5-story, 452-bed buildings will be constructed in two phases. For the purpose of efficiency, floor plans for each phase are similar and include traditional-style double- and single-bedroom units arranged around a group of private-use bathrooms.

The buildings are designed to maximize the use of exterior spaces and to engage the students in

active areas of living and learning. Amenities for each new facility will include a large multi-purpose room, collaboration spaces, a recreation/ game room, a community kitchen, and multiple student lounges. As Design Architect on the project, CSO teamed with JRA Architects, of Louisville, as the architect of record for the project.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall Indiana University

Size

45,000 sf addition Sustainability

Certified LEED Gold Awards

ICACI Outstanding Achievements in Concrete ENR Midwest Sports/ Entertainment Best Project Award

Designed to significantly improve game day access while enhancing the patron experience, the South Lobby expansion and renovation enhances the character of the iconic Assembly Hall arena.

When Indiana University set out to improve the iconic Assembly Hall, they prioritized the preservation of the original aesthetic while challenging the design team to develop a bold, yet respectful expansion that closely aligned with the architectural character of the original structure. Contextual influences drove a design solution that integrated the new addition into the existing structure holistically with a reverent architectural expression that closely relates to the original.

A new atrium space allows views between the entry and main concourse. This is the center of the new space and features a reinvented version of Athlete’s Hall and a panoramic window

allowing views into the arena. The new arrival area supports existing traditions while offering a space for new traditions, events, and ceremonies to take place. The new entry is conveniently located, and visible escalators create a clear and efficient means for moving spectators through the space into the arena. A new Box Seat Club offers an exceptional viewing experience of events. CSO collaborated with SmithGroup to complete this project.

CSO subsequently completed the Roberts Family Indiana Basketball Team Center and Mark Cuban Center for Sports Technology located within Assembly Hall.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Westfield High School

Westfield, Indiana School District

Westfield Washington Schools Size

91,541 sf addition 130,000 sf renovation

Westfield Washington High School offers a university model of education and a greater focus on career-ready programs in collaboration with Ivy Tech and IUPUI.

Student Capacity

3,100 Grades

9-12

An expansion and renovation at the high school gave administrators the opportunity to transform the education model and align the built environment with their pedagogical vision.

Using data CSO gathered during programming, administrators decided to make the leap to a university model of education, allowing them to increase building efficiency and maximize the use of their budget to benefit as many parts of the building and programs as possible.

In addition to this shift in space usage, WHS sought to accommodate growing demand for career-ready programs, provide flexible

areas for student use, and create spaces where students would want to spend time. All new and renovated spaces were designed to easily adapt to future program needs by minimizing built-in fixtures and maximizing use of mobile and flexible furniture. CSO worked closely with WHS to establish an aesthetic that mirrored the new educational direction with a high-tech, industrial feel while maintaining subtle touches that are distinctly Westfield. The collaborative process between WHS and CSO and in-depth programming was critical to the success of this project. WHS’s program in hospitality management provides an opportunity to earn college

credits. This program is a partnership between Westfield-Washington Schools, Ivy Tech Community College, IUPUI’s Department of Tourism, Conventions, and Event Management and Hamilton County Tourism, Inc.

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new academic classroom clusters with collaboration areas with small group spaces

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expanded Production, Culinary Arts, Project Lead the Way, Family and Consumer Science, and Innovation Labs

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new band, choir, and orchestra spaces

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new satellite food serving and eating areas

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renovated and expanded administration and guidance office areas

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new student commons space for flexible use throughout the day and after school.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Tri-North Middle School

Bloomington, Indiana School District

Monroe County Community School Corporation Size

155,000 sf

The design of this new middle school building reflects the district’s ongoing commitment to provide flexible, adaptable spaces while prioritizing collaboration and sustainability.

Student Capacity

700 Grades

7-8 Awards

American School & University Architectural Portfolio Outstanding Design U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School

Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) identified the need to replace the aging Tri-North Middle School. CSO and BrainSpaces, an expert in brain-based educational planning and design, led a visioning and programming process that enabled CSO to design a new building tailored to the specific needs and vision of Tri-North students, teachers, and administrators.

The building layout utilizes next generation learning elements including an open media center, collaboration spaces, and small group rooms throughout the building. Teachers and administrators expressed the need for spaces to be flexible and adaptable to a rapidly changing educational world. CSO’s design addresses the

need for flexibility by implementing features such as the use of operable theater seating in the Performance / Large Group Instruction space, operable partitions in Science and STEM labs, and spaces that are planned to facilitate the use of both departmental and interdisciplinary teaching models.

MCCSC also emphasized the need for sustainable design considerations which were implemented with plans for a geothermal system, solar array on the gym roof, and use of local materials and native plants. The leadership of MCCSC is excited for the New Tri-North Middle School to be the crown jewel for this Bloomington community.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Silver Creek High School

Sellersburg, IN School District

Silver Creek School Corporation Size

91,668 sf new construction 120,811 sf renovation Grades

In the spring of 2022, Silver Creek School Corporation enlisted CSO to begin master planning, programming, and design efforts for the district. The high school was quickly identified as the highest priority with many critical needs as well as looming growth.

9-12

Originally built in 1967 with subsequent smaller additions in the following decades, much of the building remained in its original state. While school pride and nostalgia is strong throughout the community, the building had fallen far behind the needs today’s learners.

Through an intense programming process, CSO was able to get to know the culture of the school, determine the current needs of teachers and students, and create an opportunity for the administration to dream about the future. The final solution adds much needed space for new classrooms, expanded performing arts, and a

new auditorium. The new academic addition is situated across the front of the existing high school, creating a new front door and updated image for the community. The new ‘heart’ of the building is a two story ‘Student Union’ where students can spend time before, during, and after school, with learning resources and breakout spaces all around. Collaborative flex spaces and study rooms were located throughout the building to accommodate new learning styles and small group engagement. Capitalizing on a desire to expand elective course offerings, new specialty areas were added to accommodate

TV/Radio, Project Lead the Way (PLTW), Culinary Arts, Entrepreneurship, and Art programs. CSO created a unique sense of place throughout the interior with touches of orange and blue ensuring there would no question you were at Silver Creek High School.

Throughout this project there was emphasis on making sure ‘we do things the right way’, while maintaining a focus on budget and the many other needs beyond the High School building.

CSO is humbled to be chosen to help steward SCSC through this process and provide a truly transformational project for this community that will impact students for decades to come.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Cathedral High School Innovation Center

Indianapolis, Indiana Size

46,392 sf Grades

9-12

As a result of the most recent Master Plan process (Phase III) with Cathedral High School, one of the priorities identified was the need for an Innovation Center.

The Innovation Center will continue to strengthen the commitment to a flexible and focused learning environment, emphasizing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Learning Studios. The goal is to encourage and promote a collaborative experience in all of the learning spaces, and provide a more open, group-oriented Science area, de-emphasizing compartmentalized education and promoting group and team learning across several disciplines. An open Science area includes several laboratories in the same space allowing a more efficient teaching model, while providing enhanced interaction.

An informal study area and open faculty areas promote additional interaction between the

faculty and students, faculty and faculty, and student to student. The proximity and accessibility of the faculty is purposeful. However, break out rooms and small group rooms are provided for one on one meetings or private conversations. The learning spaces are intentionally transparent as well as flexible in order to adapt to the changing use of the space and the continued connection to the learning environments.

The Innovation Center also contains the relocated dining and kitchen space in the lower level, allowing students a more flexible approach to food service and more options to the traditional lunch period. An additional Café allows students to utilize a “grab-n-go” concept

during the day. The relocation of the campus cafeteria creates a destination for students during the course of the day, while also creating informal interaction areas in the adjacent spaces.

Additionally, a new Cathedral Spirit Shop is located near the cafeteria in a prominent location for both students and visiting parents/alumni.

Architecturally, the Innovation Center creates a new “front door” to campus. The center is an addition to Kelly Hall and is featured on the courtyard between the existing Student Life Center (SLC) and Loretta Hall. The new addition incorporates a three-story open atrium between the old Kelly Hall and the architecture of the new addition.

The old limestone façade of Kelly Hall was preserved as a feature of the new, glass-enclosed front entrance.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Plainfield High School

Plainfield, Indiana School District

Plainfield Community School Corporation Size

34,529 sf addition 49,452 sf renovation

Over a decade after first opening it’s doors as a brand-new facility, Plainfield High School faced the need for significant updates to accommodate expanding programs and prepare students for a rapidly changing world.

Grades

9-12

CSO was engaged to help staff and students visualize and design spaces for student collaboration, hands-on learning and their expanding performing arts programs. Through a strategic engagement process, designers gleaned invaluable insights into students needs, including an emphasis on the importance of spaces for student agency and informal gathering. The resulting design reflects a sense of place that is highly unique to Plainfield High School.

addition to creating a new student-centered space; ‘The Quaker Commons’. This space houses student meeting rooms, a formal presentation space, multiple innovation labs, a quiet study room, technology resource center, TV and podcast studios, and the ‘Quaker Café’ – a student run coffee shop. The area was specifically designed to create a space where students felt they belonged and could find resources to explore new subjects, technologies, and ideas.

The additions and renovations address critical improvements and expansions for Science, PLTW, Band, Choir, and Orchestra programs in

With these additions and renovations PCSC continues its commitment to ensuring students are career, college, and life ready.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

GE Aerospace LEAP Engine Facility

Lafayette, Indiana Size

308,000 sf Awards

NAIOP Indiana Best Project of the Year ABC Alabama Chapter Excellence in Construction Award National ABC Excellence in Construction Pyramid Award

Designed to reflect the aerodynamic curvature of the LEAP engine fan blade, this state-of-the-art advanced manufacturing facility assembles high-efficiency jet engines used by leading aircraft builders, including Boeing and Airbus.

The GE Aerospace LEAP Engine Facility is the second of its kind in the United States and the third project of this type CSO has designed for GE. The facility features some of the most advanced manufacturing techniques in the world and represents a major milestone in technology development in this country.

The 35’ clear height manufacturing space included 80’ structural spans with 12.5 ton beam cranes, 10” thick, ultra-flat, polished concrete floors and generous amounts of natural light provided by expansive clerestory windows.

The tiered ceiling panels within the assembly

space help humanize the scale. They serve as a space transition and a subtle representation of flight. The finishes are intentionally light, clean, and neutral. This notion relates directly to the GE brand and the idea of intentional design without compromise.

The office/administrative portion of the building was designed to express the aerodynamic curvature and the composite construction techniques of the LEAP engine, most notably its fan blade, by dramatically incorporating several overlapping layers of sinuously curved metal, glass, and steel.

The interior design reinforces the intentional nature of the engine while embracing the technology. The central greeting point is a reception desk designed as a seamless, clean cone and constructed of solid surface. Beautifully crafted metal composite triangles are suspended above the reception desk representing the combustion technology present within the LEAP engine.

In addition, this sculptural element contributes to the notion of movement so dominantly present within the architecture.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

GE Waukesha Engine Factory

Welland, Ontario, Canada Size

583,000 sf

This first-of-its-kind manufacturing facility in Canada combines decades of experience building innovative industrial machines with cutting-edge data science and analytics expertise to enhance efficiency and streamline production.

During a competitive, qualifications-based selection process, CSO was chosen as the designer for the flagship GE Brilliant Factory in Ontario, Canada. CSO was the successful candidate due to a unique combination of prior experience with similar GE projects in multiple locations in the United States and the ability to develop high-level design solutions and functionality required for manufacturing and logistics projects.

The facility was designed to manufacture GE’s Waukesha reciprocating gas engines; components for compression, mechanical drive, and

power generation; and components for GE transportation diesel engines. As the project neared completion, Innio acquired the building along with GE’s distributed power business.

GE charged the design team to deliver an engine manufacturing facility for state-of-theart manufacturing processes that would be fully connected to the industrial internet, providing real time data analytics and feedback to the manufacturing floor personnel. The facility was designed to provide inspiring and collaborative work and meeting spaces to empower and uplift GE’s self-directed workforce. The facility

incorporated numerous sustainable building and site design strategies, including efficient HVAC and electrical systems, recycled content, an energy efficient exterior envelope, and an abundance of natural light in both the office and manufacturing areas.

The project design principles included: creating brilliant, luminous working environments within the plant and office spaces by introducing generous amounts of natural daylight; putting the Multimodal Assembly Area on display from the Main Lobby, providing a large window wall between the 2 areas; and using daylighting as a metaphor for the “Brilliant Factory,” illuminating GE’s advanced engine manufacturing technology.

CSO served as the design architect on the project and collaborated with B+H Architects of Toronto, Ontario, Canada to deliver the project. CSO also provided interior design services for the office portion of the project.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Cummins Seymour Technical Center

Seymour, Indiana Size

89,354 sf

An office addition to the existing Seymour Engine Plant provided Cummins with the opportunity to “bring the office into the plant and the plant into the office” through the use of design elements and shared spaces.

The new Cummins, Inc. Seymour Technical Center was designed as the Global Headquarters for High-Horsepower Design and Engineering. The 2-story office addition includes workspace and collaboration areas, a dining facility and social hub, new entrances, and a security and training pavilion for the engine plant. The building design is a bold expression of Cummins’ engineering prowess and its proud history of designing, manufacturing, and distributing the finest, most powerful engines in the world. The main entrances incorporate dramatically cantilevered steel canopies, which are reminiscent of Columbus, Indiana’s

iconic red suspension bridge. The office building’s exterior was designed with an advanced engineered skin, incorporating an exterior daylighting and shading system. Each of the primary exterior façades has been purposefully designed to respond to its specific and unique solar orientation.

Cummins wanted to “bring the office into the plant, and the plant into the office.” Highly durable and raw industrial materials such as corrugated steel panels, polished concrete, and wood slats fastened to exposed metal studs were incorporated throughout the office

environment. These same materials can be found on the plant floor, and therefore subtly reinforce the connection. The engine assembly and finishing process was carefully examined early in the design process with the goal of informing the final design. Elements of the manufacturing process are on display in the office area through the incorporation of design features such as the compound curves and finish found on powder-coated steel benches which mimic the sleek lines of the engines.

Highly flexible, ergonomic workspace solutions and state-of-the-art audiovisual collaboration systems allow the engineers to tailor how and where they work. A variety of flexible meeting rooms, focus booths, soft seating areas, and social hubs are available to

accommodate the changing needs of their workforce and promote interaction, collaboration, and engineering innovation.

The Cummins Seymour Technical Center does more than provide much needed space for engineering staff – it uplifts their work force in beautiful spaces and is an inspiring reflection of Cummins’ proud tradition of world-class engineering.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Saab Aeronautics

West Lafayette, Indiana Size

116,278 sf

Located in Purdue University’s Discovery Park, this advanced manufacturing facility supports production of the U.S. Air Force’s T-X jet trainer and represents Saab’s flagship design and manufacturing presence in the U.S. The facility includes a 27,000 square foot corporate office. The office space features a 3,000 square foot lobby with a 1/3 scale model of the T-X fighter, plus meeting/collaboration spaces, locker rooms, generous break areas, and 2 trellised outdoor patios.

The 87,000 square foot manufacturing area includes receiving, parts storage, subassembly, final assembly, and shipping areas with 5 beam cranes and specialized power, vacuum, and compressed air systems to support the manufacturing jigs.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

The Westin Indianapolis International Airport

Indianapolis, IN Size

217,863 sf 253 keys Sustainability

Pursuing LEED Anticipated Completion

2027

CSO was entrusted with the ambitious task of designing an inspiring, landmark hotel to complement the award-winning terminal building and serve as a gateway to the airport complex.

This hotel will not only stand as a distinctive and architectural beacon for travelers but will also seamlessly integrate with the existing airport infrastructure, creating a cohesive gateway to Indianapolis.

The project is envisioned as a vital addition to the airport, designed to complement the already award-winning terminal building, ensuring a visual and functional continuity with the existing architectural language. With a commitment to excellence in both design and operations, the hotel will elevate the experience for all visitors through exceptional customer service and intuitive access. Located near the airport terminal, it provides unparalleled

convenience for travelers, offering direct connections to the airport’s parking structure and ensuring easy, seamless travel experiences.

The design of the hotel draws inspiration from the principles outlined in the Indianapolis Airport Authority’s original 2008 axial master plan, ensuring the building serves as both a practical and aesthetic complement to the airport’s long-term vision. As part of the broader vision, the hotel completes the airport complex by reinforcing the original axial layout, connecting key elements of the site and reinforcing the space’s unifying geometric flow.

The building’s aesthetic and structure reflect the high-performance sustainable design goals

set for the project. Designed to achieve LEED certification, the hotel integrates sustainable technologies, energy-efficient systems, and ecofriendly materials. The use of high-performance glass enhances both the building’s energy efficiency and visual appeal, providing striking views of the airport complex while reducing environmental impact. The building’s complex, yet subtly curved geometries echo the aeronautical forms and innovative materials present in the original terminal, maintaining a sense of continuity with the airport’s modern design language.

With an emphasis on sustainable construction, the hotel not only meets the airport’s high standards but also embodies a forward-thinking approach to architecture. Every detail, from its curvature to its connectivity, contributes to a sense of modern elegance while ensuring comfort and efficiency for travelers. As the first

point of arrival for many visitors to Indianapolis, the hotel will make a lasting first impression, setting the tone for the city’s hospitality and commitment to excellence. CSO collaborated with Flick·Mars and Carson Design Associates for interior design services.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Hotel Nickel Plate

Fishers, Indiana Size

75,000 sf 116 rooms

The new Hotel Nickel Plate brings a high-end, boutique hotel experience to downtown Fisher’s Nickel Plate District.

Hotel Nickel Plate includes 116 rooms, with a full-service restaurant on the first floor and access to the Nickel Plate Trail – formerly the site of the Nickel Plate Railroad. Outdoor lounge spaces and a gathering stair encourage hotel guests to explore and engage with the local area.

The hotel’s design draws inspiration from the historic railroad and features black brick with limestone accents. The 5-story hotel is part of the Tapestry Collection by Hilton, which combines a boutique hotel experience with the reliability of the Hilton brand.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Hampton Inn & Suites

Rosemont, Illinois Size

97,982 sf Number of Keys

158

The design of this contemporary hotel creates a distinct, comfortable experience that captures the essence of Hampton by Hilton’s philosophy to embrace local culture and give guests a true experience during their stay.

The 5-story, 158 key hotel is a shared site with a parking garage and office building. Upon arrival guests walk into an intimate atmosphere created by the use of harmonious cool colors, soft contrasting patterns, and delicate lighting.

The lobby is designed as an extension of the common area which includes a breakfast and bar area that incorporates a variety of seating and lighting options for both leisure and business travelers. Additionally, a floor-to-ceiling fireplace wall provides a subtle divide between the lobby and common seating area as well as

encourages a free flow of movement. Interior spaces are infused with local photography and artwork and the sleek modern aesthetic creates a feeling of elegance. Natural materials include brick, limestone, wood, and glass.

Hotel features include support spaces, a business center, a full-service bar, heated indoor swimming pool and fitness center, a food and beverage shop, and two 273 square foot meeting spaces that can accommodate up to 20 people.

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Atmosphere Tempe

Tempe, Arizona Size

350,000 sf 252 residential units 190 space parking structure

Atmosphere Tempe is a 20-story apartment tower within the vibrant downtown setting of Tempe, Arizona, immediately adjacent to the urban campus of Arizona State University.

As one of the only cities in the Phoenix metropolitan area that is landlocked by neighboring municipalities, Tempe has avoided the region’s characteristic sprawl and has instead pursued growth by enthusiastically embracing increasing density and taller developments.

The building’s base contributes to the energetic downtown environment with nearly fully glazed elevations along the public streets and a canopy that lends protective shade in the 110-degree summers. The mid-level parking decks are screened with a visually cooling blend of blues and silvers. Likewise, the building’s external color palette is drawn from a range of lighter grays and off-whites, not so bright as to be reflective, but light enough to effectively

deal with intense solar radiation. Wood and metal provide accents at areas of close pedestrian contact. As a contributing member of the growing Tempe skyline, the building is capped by a lighted trellis/cornice feature.

Leasing, amenities, and 5,000 s.f. of retail space occupy the first floor, with 5-levels of parking garage above. Levels 6-19 are apartment floors with 252 units, arranged in an H-Shape plan configuration, with courtyards facing east and west. These 6th floor courtyards offer intimate outdoor spaces for residents. A variety of amenities occur at the 20th floor, including a pool, hot tub, covered terraces, and an indoor lounge and fitness area. All of these spaces are afforded sweeping vistas of the city.

Primary floors feature CSO-designed custom graphics reinforcing spirit-of-place

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220 Meridian

Indianapolis, Indiana Size

554,000 sf 216 residential units

Located just north of Monument Circle, this commercial high-rise sets a new standard for mixed-use development in downtown Indianapolis.

Awards

AIA Indiana Design Award, Preservation/Adaptive Reuse/ Renovation CoStar Impact Award, Redevelopment of the Year, Indianapolis NAIOP Commercial Real Estate Development Association Indiana Chapter, People’s Choice Design of the Year Indiana Apartment Association Midwest Prodigy Award, Best Leasing Office/Clubhouse

220 Meridian, a 22-story former office building, has been transformed into a vibrant mixed-use development. Spanning over 554,000 square feet, updates include twelve floors of luxury residences, amenities for tenants, a parking garage, a rooftop pool, first-floor restaurant and retail space, and a reimagined entrance featuring a public art installation.

The entrance, once clad in uninviting, reflective black glass, now features a welcoming glass façade. Low-iron glass allows natural light to flood interior spaces, highlighting a customdesigned public art installation inspired by the nearby Soldiers and Sailors monument and the area’s history.

The design maximizes natural light and open space, providing picturesque views of

downtown Indianapolis. Floors 6 through 17, previously filled with office cubicles, have been transformed into residential apartments with high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling, operable windows.

The 11th floor has been revitalized as an amenity center with a rooftop pool that benefits from sunlight reflected off an adjacent limestone wall.

The building’s first three floors were repurposed into a 274-space climate-controlled parking garage. Innovative engineering created internal ramps connecting each floor, making parking functional and integral.

220 Meridian Tower helps invigorate the area, blending luxury and affordability while respecting historical elements.

ORIGINAL FACADE

ORIGINAL ROOFTOP

PROJECT DETAILS Location

421 North Pennsylvania

Indianapolis, Indiana Size

325,840 sf 232 residential units 210 space parking structure

This new 13-story mixed-use complex will provide housing, retail, and office space in the heart of downtown Indianapolis.

The project transforms an underutilized site from a parking lot into a unique market-rate apartment building utilizing a proprietary load-bearing structural metal stud construction system. The complex includes over 200 units, 10,000 square feet of retail space, 10,000 square feet of office space. It is 13-stories, comprised of 9 residential stories over a 4-story garage.

Rooftop amenity space features a pool and courtyard with grilling space.

This project was conceived as a modern urban block, with simple forms that frame the street facades and shelter a raised amenity courtyard.

While the basic forms provide quite a simple canvas, interest is added with a staggered window patterning that is cohesively woven around the entire project.

The largest masses are separated by simple expanses of glazing. At the base levels, the bay spacing opens up to fall on a typical urban storefront spacing. Upper levels feature ample façade glazing and also inset balconies that offer outdoor views while also providing some shelter from the elements.

Upper levels are framed with a light-gauge metal stud system called Prescient Metal Framing. These sit over a concrete framed podium housing the parking garage, office, and retail spaces at street level. The project is clad in a blend of buff colored thin-bricks.

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The Olivia on Main

Carmel, Indiana Size

256,859 sf 204 residential units 57 space parking structure Awards

IIDA IDEA Award Indiana Apartment Association Midwest Prodigy Award

The design for The Olivia on Main sought to balance a luxury feel with a budget that was consistent with area development.

The Olivia on Main Luxury Residence & Shoppes is a five-story, mixed use development that includes 204, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments, 17,000 square feet of retail/restaurant space on the ground floor, 57 covered parking spaces, an indoor amenities center, and an elevated second floor pool and deck with an indoor aqua lounge.

Upon arrival to the amenity center and leasing offices, visitors and residents are welcomed by an open concept with views to multiple engagement spaces. The design team planned

the amenity center to allow residents and visitors to choose their level of social interaction within the space. On axis with the entry is a beautiful stone island and hospitality center.

Intentionally located as the heart of the space, much like today’s residential kitchens, it serves as an informal gathering space, a hospitality space, and meeting location. From this central location residents and visitors may choose to further explore the space. Upon exploration, they will find a private movie room, fitness center, conference space, business center, gaming lounge, and finally a private library lounge.

The interior design of the apartment and amenity center sought to balance a luxury feel with a budget that was consistent with area development.

Throughout the space touches of casual luxury are noted in unique lighting elements, natural stone materials, and a clever mix of metal finishes. The neutral foundation for the palette elevates these features allowing them to make a lasting impact on visitors and residents alike.

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Terre Haute Convention Center

Terre Haute, Indiana Size

40,700 sf 460 space parking garage

The Terre Haute Convention Center provides a flexible two-story 40,700 square foot event center serving the greater Terre Haute Regional community.

The entry, a two-story glass volume, is on axis with the intersection of Wabash and 8th Street.

This provides a dramatic welcoming gesture to the city, and introduces into Terre Haute a crisp and elegant facade befitting a prominent civic gathering space. This glass volume is shaded with a generous overhead cornice and with horizontal sun-shade devices at its southern exposure. This is a sustainable design feature allowing for an abundance of natural daylighting, reducing the electric lighting demand, and providing a means of blocking the harshest sun angles thereby moderating the mechanical cooling requirements.

The length of primary street façade consists of large glazed openings looking into the

Convention Center’s active pre-function spaces.

This transparency allows the energy and activity inside the Convention Center to support and contribute to the downtown Terre Haute streetscape. Both this pre-function space, and the building’s primary circulation artery are essentially indoor extensions of the downtown pedestrian pathways. These openings are framed by a regular spacing of stone columns, breaking the building’s scale down into an appropriate module for the local urban context.

The remainder of the building is trimmed with banded limestone and concrete for a durable, low-maintenance, and regionally sensitive exterior.

The building is organized around a central circulation street that provides access to the pre-function spaces and the main ballroom. Up to 900 guests can be seated and served full course meals prepared in the facility’s state of the art kitchen. Separate back-ofhouse circulation provides food and server access to the main room without passing through the public spaces.

Access is provided to permit the introduction of large items into the ballroom allowing trade shows to take advantage of the facility. The main room can be subdivided in to as many as six large meeting rooms for hosting smaller events. Acoustics was a key design criterion necessitating the use of high performance operable partitions so that multiple events can be hosted concurrently without acoustic interference. This

feature provides the operator maximum booking flexibility. Breakout rooms are provided on the opposite side of the main circulation corridor. A two-story atrium provides visual access to more breakout areas located on the second floor. Full food service can be provided on the upper level as events may require.

Flexibility was a key design requirement allowing the facility to host meetings with up to 2000 participants or as few as 10 or 12 guests. Infrastructure is provided to allow the main room to host trade shows. State of the art IT infrastructure permits digital wireless internet access to all rooms and potential event configurations. A DAS systems make sure guests will have cell phone access at all times no matter how large an event is being hosted.

PROJECT DETAILS Location

Ascension St. Vincent YMCA in Westfield

Westfield, Indiana Size

54,500 sf

This community wellness hub is the result of a collaboration between the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis, the City of Westfield, Westfield Washington Schools, and the Ascension St. Vincent healthcare system.

The state-of-the-art facility completes a comprehensive two-phase construction initiative that began with the Westfield Washington Schools Aquatic Center, which CSO designed.

This new 2-story, 54,500 square foot addition to the Aquatic Center offers ample space for diverse community needs and activities.

Features of this new facility include the following: 2-court gymnasium, indoor running track, wellness area, three fitness studios, childcare facilities, demonstration kitchen, community room, administrative areas, non-secular chapel, and locker rooms. Integral to the facility is an educational section of the building that Westfield Washington Schools will manage.

This portion of the building includes seven classrooms, conference spaces, and administrative offices.

The Ascension St. Vincent YMCA is more than just a fitness facility; it is a community cornerstone designed to enhance the quality of life for residents of Westfield and the surrounding areas. This project highlights a commitment to wellness, education, and community engagement, setting a new standard for recreational facilities in the region.

This project was designed in collaboration with Gro.

WHAT’S INSIDE? 2-Court Gymnasium: designed for various sports and activities, this gymnasium will serve as a vibrant center for fitness and recreation Indoor Running Track: a dedicated track providing safe, year-round environment for walkers and runners of all levels Wellness Area: equipped with modern fitness equipment, this area focuses on promoting health and wellness among members Three Fitness Studios: versatile spaces for group classes, including yoga, Pilates, and spin Childcare Facilities: safe and welcoming spaces for children, allowing parents to focus on their wellness goals while their children from infants to teenagers are cared for

Demonstration Kitchen: encourages healthy cooking and nutrition education Community Room: a multipurpose space for meetings, events, and gatherings Administrative Areas: dedicated offices to support the staff and operations of the YMCA Non-Secular Chapel: a serene space for reflection and community gatherings Shared Locker Rooms: conveniently located to enhance the experience at both the YMCA and the adjacent aquatic center

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