The Archie and Bonita Griffin Pavilion

Rogers Krajnak Architects designed The Archie and Bonita Griffin Pavilion and the adjacent outdoor gathering areas at The Ohio State University Longaberger Alumni House. Named for Archie Griffin, President/CEO of The Ohio State University Alumni Association and legendary OSU athlete, the pavilion is the centerpiece of new outdoor gathering areas which include new expanded patio, table and chair storage building, gardens and a fire pit. These new spaces provide new outdoor venues for The Ohio State University Alumni Association to host various alumni engagement activities, receptions and game-day tailgating events for OSU’s 500,000 alumni.

Rogers Krajnak Architects designed the white steel pavilion to complement the form and detailing of the pre-existing steel overhangs and canopies of the Longaberger Alumni House. In order to enhance the sense of openness and lightness, the pavilion’s roof includes 2,000 square foot of translucent roof panels that diffuse daylight while providing shelter. The roof rises as it extends away from the building in order to promote views out into the adjacent gardens and trees beyond.

Looking outward from the pavilion, visitors engage with thousands of names of various alumni that are displayed in vertical glass panels along the perimeter of the patio. These glass panels replaced the deteriorating inscribed stone pavers that previously displayed the names underfoot. A special glass panel commemorates the lifelong contributions of Archie and Bonita Griffin to OSU. Just beyond this panel is a circular stone fire pit, carved with Archie’s “45” and ready to warm football fans on those brisk autumn days.

OSU Longaberger Alumni House Pavilion Nears Completion

The Ohio State University Longaberger Alumni House Pavilion is nearing completion. Check out some recent construction photos below.

OSU Longaberger Pavilion Construction

The OSU Longaberger Alumni House Pavilion is starting to go vertical.  Read more about this project at http://www.rogerskrajnak.com/education/2012/002-OSU-Longaberger-Covered-Pavilion.htm

OSU Longaberger Covered Pavilion

Construction progress on the OSU Longaberger Pavilion.  Any Ohio State football fan should recognize the number on the new limestone fire pit wall!

OSU Longaberger Alumni House Pavilion - Construction Begins

Rogers Krajnak Architects was commissioned to design an expanded patio and a new pavilion structure to host future outdoor events. The project will also include a special honor to OSU football legend and current Alumni Association President Archie Griffin. The new Pavilion will sit adjacent to the existing LAH building and provide a covered seating area for 120 people at tables and chairs.

Check out our website for more information on this unique project:
http://www.rogerskrajnak.com/education/2012/002-OSU-Longaberger-Covered-Pavilion.htm

RKA sponsors Mid-Ohio Foodbank Golf Classic

For the sixth year is a row, Rogers Krajnak Architects is pleased to be a sponsor for the Mid-Ohio Foodbank Golf Classic. The 23rd Annual Mid-Ohio Foodbank Golf Classic takes place on Monday, June 17, 2013 at The Ohio State University Scarlet Course. Rogers Krajnak Architects designed the current facilities for Mid-Ohio Foodbank and is pleased to sponsor this event that raises funds to feed Ohio families in need.

OSU Longaberger Alumni House Pavilion Design Update

Here are a few updates on the OSU Longaberger Alumni House Pavilion. Check out our website and blog for additional updates -- http://www.rogerskrajnak.com/education/2012/002-OSU-Longaberger-Covered-Pavilion.htm

OSU ARC LCC Recap

In case you didn't see our work on The Ohio State University ARC Leadership Challenge Campus, here are a few images and a brief recap of the project.

Unique Residential Project - Construction Update

Originally constructed in 1908, this unique shingle style structure served for many years as the official residence of The Ohio State University President. The current Owners have now commissioned Rogers Krajnak Architects for our fourth project at this prestigious home.  The Owners collect historic artifacts and recently acquired an 18th century hand carved wood fireplace mantel that commemorates a 1701 battle from The War of the Spanish Succession between Austria and France. The project involves the placement of the historic fireplace mantel in a small, intricate addition that serves as a backdrop to the existing first floor kitchen breakfast area. The addition fits strategically into a recessed area at the rear of the residence. Due to the imposing 11’-4” height of the historic mantel, the ceiling of the addition is higher than the existing first floor ceiling, which also impacted the new second floor level above. The raised second floor portion of the addition provides a new children’s study loft. The new lower level provides additional fitness room space.  Below are some images of the construction progress and a diagrammatic rendering of the fireplace in its new small addition.

OSU Longaberger Pavilion Design Development Progress

Rogers Krajnak Architects is currently designing a new pavilion structure at Longaberger Alumni House. The new pavilion and renovations to the outdoor terrace will allow the University to better accommodate outdoor gatherings and to recognize many alumni including special recognition for Archie Griffin, President of The Ohio State University Alumni Association. The following images show some of the current design development progress.

Darryl Rogers provides insight to OSU Knowlton School of Architecture graduate students

For the last few weeks, Darryl has been working with a group of graduate students from The Ohio State University - Knowlton School of Architecture. Darryl is assisting the students with a professional practice course case study on the project RKA completed for Mid-Ohio Foodbank.

OSU Longaberger Alumni House Commission

OSU has hired Rogers Krajnak Architects for new pavilion at Longaberger Alumni House and renovations of the outdoor terrace. The new pavilion and renovations to the outdoor terrace will allow the University to better accommodate outdoor gatherings and to recognize many alumni including special recognition for Archie Griffin, President of The Ohio State University Alumni Association. These images show the existing conditions.