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Student Design Projects
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Cole Noble EcoDistrict
Posted on June 10, 2013 | No CommentsImagine a walkable transit oriented development in downtown Indianapolis. A 1,500-space public parking structure is an energy center producing enough electricity to charge 5,500 cars every day. A local energy-positive... -
Stadium Station
Posted on October 12, 2012 | No CommentsGlobal depletion of resources and rising transportation costs have forced many cities to rethink strategies for future development. Indianapolis is no exception, and Stadium Station provides solutions for these problems... -
Indianapolis Union Station
Posted on October 11, 2012 | No CommentsIndianapolis is historically termed “The Crossroads of America,” due to an extensive rail infrastructure network and The National Road, currently U.S. 40. Today, however, most people associate the nickname with... -
Van Camp Crossing
Posted on October 10, 2012 | No CommentsVan Camp Crossing is a creative urban design project in Indianapolis, Indiana, focusing on alternative stormwater management for brownfield sites. The redevelopment project also considers a range of successful urban... -
Eco-Island
Posted on October 9, 2012 | No CommentsEco-Island promotes Indianapolis’ identity as an alternative energy producer, activating waterfront, developing a commuter gateway to downtown, and creating a livable community. Urban development must consider sustainability, specifically dealing with cities as... -
Indy Green Growth Loop
Posted on October 5, 2012 | No CommentsThis creative project explores redevelopment opportunities in Indianapolis first-ring suburbs. Littered with remnants of outmoded industry and vacant brownfield sites, these first-ring suburbs have abundant acres of opportunity. Coupled with... -
Indy’s Contemporary Cultural District: University Heights
Posted on September 28, 2012 | 1 CommentThe University of Indianapolis was founded in 1902 and has grown up with the neighborhood to the south–University Heights. Indianapolis suburban growth eventually surrounded what used to be a secluded... -
Campus Commons
Posted on September 27, 2012 | 1 Comment“Campus Commons” is a proposed family-friendly transit-oriented neighborhood adjacent to the University of Indianapolis on the south side of Indianapolis, Indiana. It is a community where people live happier and... -
Capitol District
Posted on July 31, 2012 | No CommentsThe Net-Zero Capitol District provides Downtown Indianapolis with a model for sustainable urban living. Located just north of the Indiana State Capitol the sixteen blocks making up the district are... -
urbaRn
Posted on July 26, 2012 | 2 CommentsWe have all heard the saying “we are what we eat”. Another idea that is just as true is, “we are what we grow”. With this in mind The Project...