Michigan State University, Presidential Suite Interior Renovation

East Lansing, Michigan

Firm

C2AE

Client

Michigan State University

Area

5,000 sq.ft.

Completion Date

04/2019

Jason Keen

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In contrast to its 1960s-era former design, renovations at Michigan State University’s Presidential Suite aimed to introduce a sense of transparency balanced with security. Prior to the 2018 interior renovation, dark wood prevented the passage of natural light between rooms. Corridors felt enclosed and uninviting. Among the most drastic improvements was the addition of frosted glass, which brightened the space considerably. The wood that remained was replaced with a lighter species, including some pieces of furniture—such as the front desk—that were constructed of reclaimed wood from fallen trees on campus.

The suite’s textural inspiration draws on the image of MSU’s intricate web of pathways as seen from an aerial view of campus. Angular patterns in the carpet and furniture enliven the suite as they pop through translucent office walls to welcome visitors inside.

This fast-track project needed to be completed in time for the arrival of MSU’s newly appointed president. Design was initiated in October, and construction began just two months later. The suite was open for staff use by April 2019.

Additional Information

Featured in

2020 Educational Interiors Showcase

Interior category

Interior Renovation

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Product suppliers specified

Carpet by Shaw

Flooring by Shaw

Cabinets by MOD Interiors

Ceilings by Armstrong World Industries

Door Hardware by Hager

Door Hardware by Hafele

Door Hardware by Von Duprin

Door Hardware by Sargent

Door Hardware by LCN Closers

Door Hardware by Rockwood

Door Hardware by Emtek Products

Doors by LaForce, Inc.

Paint/Wallcoverings by Sherwin-Williams

Plumbing by Kohler

Lighting & Accessories by Gotham Lighting

Lighting & Accessories by Lithonia Lighting

Lighting & Accessories by Lumetta

Lighting & Accessories by Acuity Brands Controls

Lighting & Accessories by Focal Point

Lighting & Accessories by Lumenpulse

Lighting & Accessories by Brownlee Lighting

Emergency Lighting by Lumenpulse

Emergency Lighting by Gotham Lighting

Emergency Lighting by Lithonia Lighting

Emergency Lighting by Brownlee Lighting

Emergency Lighting by Lumetta

Emergency Lighting by Acuity Brands Controls

Emergency Lighting by Focal Point

Locks by Hager

Locks by Hafele

Locks by Von Duprin

Locks by Sargent

Locks by LCN Closers

Locks by Emtek Products

Locks by Rockwood

Computer Furniture by Steelcase

Computer Furniture by Coalesse

Computer Furniture by Primeway, Inc.

Computer Furniture by National Office Furniture

Computer Furniture by Geiger

Lounge Furniture by Steelcase

Lounge Furniture by Coalesse

Lounge Furniture by Primeway, Inc.

Lounge Furniture by National Office Furniture

Lounge Furniture by Geiger

Multipurpose Areas Furniture by Steelcase

Multipurpose Areas Furniture by Coalesse

Multipurpose Areas Furniture by Primeway, Inc.

Multipurpose Areas Furniture by National Office Furniture

Multipurpose Areas Furniture by Geiger

Office Furniture by Steelcase

Office Furniture by Coalesse

Office Furniture by Primeway, Inc.

Office Furniture by National Office Furniture

Office Furniture by Geiger

Drinking Fountains by Murdock

HVAC Units by Titus

HVAC Control Devices by Siemens Building Technologies

Draperies/Blinds by Phifer

Movable Partitions/Walls by MOD Interiors