Current Projects: Completion of Phase 1 at NCSU University Club

We are thrilled to announce the completion of phase one to renovate the N.C. State University Club in collaboration with Winstead Wilkinson Architects![pullquote]“Molly and the Design Lines team did an excellent job of listening and responding to the client,” said Carl Winstead, Principal of Winstead Wilkinson Architects. “They created a final look that complements the architecture and defines a new level of subtle sophistication that did not exist prior to this renovation project.”[/pullquote]

To give some background to the project, the University Club is a members-only amenity club founded in 1965 for N.C. State contributors including faculty, staff, and alumni. In 2004, their Long Range Planning Committee envisioned additions to the existing club space and a much needed face lift. Winstead Wilkinson Architects was hired for the project and in turn asked our own Molly Simmons to come on-board. Since 2007, we have worked closely to implement a sustainable renovation that would better serve both the membership and public while adhering to budget constraints.

[pullquote]“We want to maintain an unpretentious atmosphere but raise the experiences and comfort of the users,” said Carl. [/pullquote]

We worked closely with the House Committe and talked with many members during the planning stages of this process.  Our role included selection of interior materials and finishes such as fabrics, carpet, lighitng, paint color and countertop and tile finishes. We also produced computer-aided (CAD) drawings for the lighting plan and the design of window treatments.  The architects managed strategic and master planning, extensive building code research, and physical design of the renovation, additions, and site plan.

I think the before and after images speak for themselves – the space has truly been transformed!  Above, the lobby had a large planter box and dark furniture originally.  Now, it is bright and airy, with red upholstery, elegant patterns, a new reception desk, and fresh carpet and lighting.

The ballroom is updated with simple window treatments, a neutral color scheme, coffered ceiling, and new chandeliers.   What a great space for meetings, banquets, and receptions!

The folding screen that once separated the Ballroom from the Dining Room is now a series of french doors that can be opened for large events.  More of the dining room is shown below.

On both sides of the collaboration, there is a personal connection with the University Club. Molly Simmons, Carl Winstead, and Erich Wilkinson are all members of the club which allowed the team to be personally invest in the project’s success. The space serves as a center for the Wolfpack family to engage in hospitality, recreation, and social functions. ” I personally would like to see the University Club become a place that its members are proud to belong to and support the events that make a successful family club,” said Molly. “it is great to be a part of the wonderful changes.”

Each niche recieved the same pendant fixture throughout the building for consistency both inside and out.  In the meeting rooms, they also recieved upholstered benches like the one shown above.  The dining room is shown to the right.

The bathrooms got a major facelift.  The family bath and pool bath that lead to the recreational areas show off bold red. 

To see previous posts on this project, additional before & after photos were featured on May 14th 2010, groundbreaking photos on May 21st, 2009,and project boards & concepts on Feburary 26, 2009.