University of Kentucky – Gatton

Lexington, KY
"I’m proud to be building on the firm foundation that is the legacy of our former deans and college leadership, and look forward to our new facilities allowing us to educate more strong and principled business leaders for the Bluegrass and beyond."
David Blackwell, Former Dean of the Gatton College

Owner                                      University of Kentucky


Architect                                Ross Tarrant Architects


Contractor                            Skanska


Scope                                       Lecture Tables

The Gatton College of Business and Economics is one of the top business schools in the nation. The Gatton Building, which achieved LEED Gold Status, houses both undergraduate and graduate studies. It includes multiple tiered classrooms with a highly customized lecture table system. The graduate lecture rooms feature a radiused table system with full-height wood-grain panels for a high-end aesthetic.

The specialized courses in graduate school require learning spaces that serve the purpose of both lecture and collaboration. The fixed oblong tables provide opportunities for break-out sessions and peer-to-peer learning. Have an aha moment and need to jot down a few notes? Glass markerboards are conveniently mounted on the lecture tables. All of the tables are equipped with an undercounter plug-and-play electrical system and ample kneespace. Details matter. The attention to them enhances learning.