The University of Texas at Austin is tackling a challenge familiar to many institutions: how to modernize historic buildings while preserving their character. At the Higher Ed Facilities Forum, UT’s Brent Stringfellow, AVP of Campus Operations, and Dan Cook, Executive Director of Campus Construction shared insights from three significant restoration projects, offering valuable lessons for universities pursuing similar initiatives:
UT Austin's approach stands out for its comprehensive vision, considering the entire campus ecosystem rather than treating each building as an isolated project. The university is leveraging partnerships with firms experienced in historic renovations and applying lessons from past projects, emphasizing early contractor involvement and flexible procurement strategies.
This journey demonstrates that universities can successfully bridge the gap between preserving historic character and meeting modern needs through careful planning and learning from both successes and setbacks.
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