Author Archives: Diana M. H. Brenner, FAIA

Intelligent Design – Smith-Buonanno Hall

Smith-Buonanno Hall, Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island William Kite Architects, Inc. Is this building the product of environmental adaptation or evolution, or the intentional design of a talented architect? The Smith-Buonanno Hall project stretches the boundaries of pure historic renovation,exceeds the expectations of adaptive reuse, and leads to a new standard for interior classroom space. The design intent […]

Creating Executive Workstations: Function, Flexibility and Individuality

In today’s open, collaborative work environment, many executives find themselves in the midst of an open sea of cubicles. The question is, how can you differentiate workspaces or create a perceived hierarchy for executive or higher-level personnel? Some issues to consider are size and location of executive workstations; a larger-sized cubicle might include a meeting […]

Local Architecture Firm Wins National Award

Indianapolis-based Architectural Firm was awarded American School and University’s Outstanding Design award for Work in Progress in their 2015 Architectural Portfolio. The new Ball State Football Complex in Muncie, Indiana is the first building designed by a female architect on the Ball State University Campus. The building is 13,556 Sq. Ft. and will connect to […]

Architect Featured in Regional Exhibit

Local Architect and entrepreneur, Diana M.H. Brenner FAIA, President of Brenner Design Incorporated is featured in the AIA Ohio Valley Region exhibit on the Achievements of Women in Architecture.  The Exhibit is open to the public October 22-November 30, 2015 at the Center of Architecture and Design in Columbus, Ohio. The exhibit is a visual […]

A Room for Music – Seiji Ozawa Hall

Seiji Ozawa Hall at Tanglewood, Lenox, Massachusetts William Rawn Associates, Architects, Inc. L. Lawrence Kirkegaard Associates, Acousticians Build a room for music—a simple request that had a simple solution but required a complicated journey to deliver. The outcome of this design project was a space created specifically for the enjoyment of music, but it evolved into much […]

State of Indiana Health Care Clinic: Mission Impossible

Mission:  Design, Build and outfit an 8,400 square foot medical clinic in only 14 ½ weeks. Agents:  Brenner Design, Keystone Construction and IU Health. Location:  State of Indiana Government Center, Lower Level. The project vendor, IU Health and its design-build team were selected early in 2014 by the Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA) as the […]

Which Craft? Craft Restaurant, New York City

Craft Restaurant, New York City, New York Bentel & Bentel, Architects/Planners, LLP Culinary craftsmanship is the chef’s ability to portray cooking as a craft, rather than an art. According to the design team the restaurant’s purpose is to “explore the full flavor of each artisanally raised ingredient on the seasonal menu, and serve these unadorned creations on separate plates […]

Oasis – Lutèce

Lutèce, Las Vegas, Nevada Morphosis A serene respite from the visually and audibly cacophonous interior of the Venetian Casino, Lutèce is a quiet, calm oasis in the Las Vegas casino environment. Building on the reputation of a successful sister establishment in New York City, the restaurant serves French cuisine in what is intended as a refuge for weary, hungry, […]