Design for an Agile World: Evolving Assets for a Future-Ready University
Design for an Agile World: Evolving Assets for a Future-Ready University
Joe Walker
AIA, LEED AP BD+C
MANAGING PRINCIPAL | DESIGN
Dream, Innovate, Inspire.
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Agile Design Inclusivity During Design Future Proofing Through Design
What is Agile Design?
Agile adjective ag.ile
1. Marked by ready ability to move with quick easy grace (an agile dancer)
2. Having a quick resourceful and adaptable character (an agile mind)
What
is Agile Design? People First .
People First.
The Work
● Fundamental Design Drivers
○ Science
○ Teaching/Research
○ Student Services
Science Lab Design: Safety /
Process / Storage
Science Teaching Lab Design: Sightlines
/ Clearance / Acoustics
Teaching / Research: Lecture
/ Collaboration / Focus
Student Services:
Inclusive / Universal Access / Inviting
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Agile Design Inclusivity During Design Future Proofing Through Design
Flexibility
Design for
10’-6” min.
12’-0” max.
Today and Tomorrow
The importance of a module for an institution Science / Teaching
/ Support
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Agile Design Future Proofing Through Design Inclusivity During Design
The People
● Student Satisfaction
● Graduation Rates
● Research Dollars
Working with you
Well-being
body mind
Well-being
body
Physical
Flexibility
Comfort
Nature
Well-being
mind
Mental Focus Learn Collaborate
Well-being
soul
Emotional
Boundaries
Teamwork
Belonging
An ecosystem of spaces
Inclusive because it provides a diverse range of spaces that builds an intellectual community.
The neighborhood is an ecosystem of spaces.
An ecosystem of spaces
The agile mindset is not just about openness; it’s about choice.
The Agile Workplace
Focus Room: Concentration Space
The Agile Workplace
Enclave: 1-on-1 Space
The Agile Workplace
Huddle: Teaming Space
The Agile Workplace
Town Square: Gathering Space
The Results
● Science
● College / Campus
● Student Services
Science: UF Basic Science Building Before After
Full Campus: Exactech
Student Services: Field & Fork Before After
Student Services: Career Center Before After
“People love it. I think we have the nicest lab on campus - it might be one of the nicest labs in the world.”
Dr. Duane Mitchell
Assistant Vice President for Research
Associate Dean for Clinical & Translational Sciences
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
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Agile Design Inclusivity During Design Future Proofing Through Design
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