This exciting renovation project created a state-of-the-art Printmaking Lab for the Fine Arts Department at UW-Whitewater.  An existing undersized and outdated printmaking lab, located in the basement of the Greenhill Center, was enlarged and completely renovated.  All new plumbing, fire protection, HVAC, exhaust, lighting and power distribution systems were installed.  New instructor office, storage room, stainless steel sinks, hand wash sinks, eyewash/shower stations, overhead projectors, whiteboards and pin up displays were added.  New cabinets, chemical resistant countertops and a new and enlarged lab entry were also provided.  An existing suspended acoustic ceiling was removed allowing for the lab to have a significantly higher painted and reflective ceiling.  All work was ADA compliant and met University of Wisconsin-Whitewater’s guidelines for Universal Design.   Boer Architects, Inc. provided full architectural services including design, construction document, bidding and construction administration services.  The project was completed on time and on budget and was an outstanding collaborative effort between, the BAI design team, UW-W Greenhill Center staff and the Division of Facilities Development and Management.

Boer Architects, Inc. provided all architectural, interior design, and engineering services for this 900 sf active learning classroom improvement project.   

This project remodeled an underutilized classroom in MATC’s Downtown Milwaukee Campus Main Building to create a state-of-the-art active learning classroom. The program for design for the new Accounting Lab required a flexible and interactive layout more conducive to modern teaching methods. Work included new floor finishes, acoustic ceiling systems, wall finishes, new furniture layout, HVAC, lighting, tele/data and power distribution systems. An existing original wood strip floor and wood sleeper system was removed and a new concrete floor was poured. Boer Architects, Inc. staff also coordinated all work provided by structural, HVAC and electrical engineering consultants. Services included design, construction document and construction administration services. 

Boer Architects, Inc. provided all architectural, interior design, and engineering services for this 2,200 sf laboratory alteration project. The project built out rooms M474, M476 & M478 to create a new Biology Lab Complex at MATC’s Downtown Campus Main Building. The new Biology Lab Complex has a group style/pod style lab layout that provides the students with a better learning and support environment. A prep and storage area was expanded to hold materials, models and provide proper safety storage. Work included new floor finishes, acoustic ceiling systems, drywall partitions, doors, frames, cabinetry, countertops, student work stations, accessible fume hoods, high density storage, flat screen TVs and upgrades to plumbing, HVAC and electrical systems.

This unique project replaced the existing sprung resilient running track at the Klotsche Center Field House at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. The Field House facilities include a wood strip center basketball court with a surrounding resilient running track, both of which share a sprung substrate. Removal of the existing track was detailed in a manner that left the sprung substrate under the wood court intact and undisturbed. Construction of the new sprung substrate for the track replacement was fully and continuously integrated into the remaining wood court substrate, with the new track surface installed flush with the existing wood court. The new track surface is ASBA Class 3 Certified to be in conformance with NCAA Rule 1 Standards and in conformance with IAAF Track Facilities Requirements. Adjacent practice courts, field event facilities, and associated equipment and standards were also replaced, along with refinishing of the wood floor and the entire space, giving the 40 year old field house a bright, updated appearance utilizing the current School colors and graphics scheme.

This exciting project involves the adaptive reuse of the historic Lecture Hall Room 165 at UW-Madison’s Bascom Hall. In keeping with the UW-Madison Master Plan, academic space in Bascom Hall, including Lecture Hall Room 165, is being converted to administrative office space.

The 3,000 sf lecture hall, currently in the Construction Phase, will provide new space for 8 private offices, conference room, reception area, copy room, kitchen and mechanical room. An adjacent 700 sf public corridor will also be renovated to provide a reception/waiting area that will be shared with existing adjacent offices. Historic features in Room 165, including the coffered ceiling, windows and entry doors, will be retained and restored. Challenges included the requirement that the renovated space be able to return to its original historic use as a lecture hall, if ever required in the future.

Boer Architects, Inc. provided all architectural and interior design services for this 20,000 sf $600,000 collaborative learning laboratory and classroom alteration project. The scope of work included new trench drains, epoxy floor, and paint. Retractable cord reels were provided for compressed air, power, LED trouble lights, and exhaust for each lift. Boer Architects, Inc. also coordinated all work provided by structural, plumbing, HVAC and electrical engineering consultants. Services included design, construction document and construction administration services. 

Boer Architects, Inc. completed the renovation of Lincoln Hall on the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh (UWO) campus. Lincoln Hall, a former elementary school within the Oshkosh Area School District, was acquired by the UW System in 2010, and after renovation, now provides a new facility to house two existing UWO user groups: the Children’s Learning and Care Center (UWO’s campus daycare facility) and the Division of Lifelong Learning and Community Engagement, which provides programs and support services for nontraditional students and adult learners. 

The scope of work included a complete 34,000 sf, $4.3 million interior remodeling, including abatement of hazardous materials, demolition and reconfiguration of restrooms, interior partitions, new interior finishes and fixtures, office systems, accessibility upgrades, exterior door and window replacement, building envelope repair, upgraded HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, and installation of a new fire sprinkler system. Site work included construction of a new playground area for the daycare, as well as connection to the campus fiber optic and chilled water utilities.

Boer Architects, Inc. provided all architectural and interior design services for this 9,000 sf $1,200,000 laboratory alteration project. Work involved converting underutilized and obsolete classroom space into six, state-of-the-art nanotechnology research laboratories. New ceilings, lighting, exhaust hoods, metal stud and gypsum board partitions, cabinets and countertops were provided. A BSL-2 lab and clean room were also added. A major challenge was to renovate the 7th floor of the EMS building while maintaining vital MEP services to the remainder of the high rise educational facility. Boer Architects, Inc. coordinated all work provided by structural, plumbing, HVAC and electrical engineering consultants. Services included design, construction document and construction administration services. These improvements demonstrated Boer Architects, Inc. ability to work effectively with UW-Milwaukee Facilities Department and staff at the Engineering and Mathematical Sciences building.