Exterior Features
The Wisconsin Institutes for Discovery building is trapezoid-shaped, following the shape of the land. Its exterior façade will feature a combination of terra cotta and glass.
A water feature, WiFi access, large stones for seating and generous bicycle parking will distinguish the entrance on North Orchard Street as the “official entrance” of this 360-degree building with no back door. Four additional entrances will be located on the ground floor, one at each corner.
Landscaping designed to represent eco-zones found across Wisconsin will buffer the exterior of the facility from street traffic.
North Orchard Street along the east side of the institutes will become a tree-lined, pedestrian-friendly route with one-way vehicle traffic. Distinctive paving will mark this as a special street. This paving will be extended to the next block when construction of the new Union South building is completed.
Outdoor Environments
Landscaping designed to represent eco-zones found across Wisconsin buffers the exterior of the institutes from street traffic.
