Architecture Research and Projects

Ball State University's architecture students and faculty are continually exploring, experimenting, planning, and creating. Through innovative research and design projects, they expand their skills, enrich the profession, and address society's needs.

Visit this area frequently to see recent work from the Department of Architecture's studios and labs, courses and thesis projects, community design and field study programs, and faculty scholarship.

Reclaiming Cultural Legacies
The Center for Historic Preservation enriches educational experiences for students while helping communities preserve unique heritage. MORE...

Romances in Concrete and Steel
Edward Wolner’s book on the rhetoric of buildings reflects America’s romance with the skyscraper. MORE...

Students to help preserve Indiana's oldest government building
Students will document restoration efforts of the 200-year-old capitol building in Vincennes, Ind. MORE...

Ball State shines light on St. Christopher Center through Building Better Communities
As part of the Building Better Communities initiative, Ball State has assisted Indianapolis-based St. Christopher Center with grant writing, teacher training and architectural design. MORE...

Educating Architects for a Sustainable Environment
EASE contains more than 140 recommendations, 50 implementation strategies, and 5 model curricula for sustainably oriented approaches to architectural education. MORE...
Student Research/Projects
Students Digitally Design and Build Art Installations
During spring 2006, about a dozen Ball State students designed and built five art installations along Indiana's White River. The innovative methods they used for their work has impacted the way an Indiana industry conducts its business. MORE...
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