Normal, IL
In order to respond to the ever changing needs of its student base, the University completely renovated Linkins Dining Center which includes 15,00 square-feet and serves 1,200 students living in the West Campus Residence Hall Complex. Shive-Hattery, along with a food service consultant, worked with University Dining Services to transform the cafeteria-style dining center into a vibrant, self-service dining center featuring a variety of food options including pizza/pasta, Mongolian Grille, home style and salad bar. The University also wanted to create a welcoming environment that would attract the student to the dining center. The renovation included a new kitchen/food prep area, dish room, serving and dining areas.
This project also included a major renovation of an under-utilized lower level of the dining center. Shive-Hattery worked with University Housing Service to repurpose the lower level into a gathering place for the residents of West Campus. The renovation included a fitness center, game room, TV lounge, student offices and study rooms.
This project also addressed life safety issues. By adding a fire sprinkler system and upgrading the fire alarm system, the design team helped bring the facility to compliance with current life safety requirements.
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tags: cafeteria, dining room, food service