Gerdin Business Building Expansion

The expansion adds onto the east of the existing Gerdin Business Building, which was originally built in 2003. A steady but significant increase in enrollment at the Ivy College of Business made the expansion a necessity for the building, which was holding classes from early in the morning until late at night four days per week.

Throughout the project, the Gerdin building remained open for regular activity, with the exception of third floor offices. Utility interruptions were planned during holiday breaks when students were off campus, and site safety considerations prioritized the well-being of passersby and students inhabiting the building during construction. The project team overcame significant challenges and created innovative solutions for struggles on this project, leading to the awarding of the 2021 MBI Master’s Award for this project. This award recognizes exceptional innovation, management skills, and perseverance that the Story team displayed on this project.

Project Features

• 45,000 sq. ft. expansion – a 40% increase of original space
• Central commons area for events and study space
• 35 faculty offices
• 5 additional classrooms
• 7 flexible team rooms on first and second floors
• State-of-the-art Sales Suite
• Graduate studies office space
• Seamless integration with existing building
• Identical exterior materials for visual cohesiveness