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GEORGIA TECH ACUITY PLAZA Atlanta, Georgia
Anne Boykin-Smith Georgia Institute of Technology (404) 894-5511 HGOR was retained by Georgia Tech to completely redesign the Midtown Atlanta Gateway on its campus. Known now as Acuity Plaza, the design features people-scaled places surrounding a large, raised lawn. The lawn area accommodates significant underground stormwater retention and recharge while the built-in seating and shaded, terraced dining area invite pedestrians away from heavilytrafficked streets. Step lights, tree uplights and LED pavement lighting lead to the entrance of the College of Management. The plan’s simplicity and restraint offer a flexible backdrop for urban life and activities while maintaining the school’s recognizable urban character and identity. The design energizes both campus and community life in this vibrant neighborhood.