Colorado School of Mines Labriola Innovation Hub - Golden, Colorado
The Labriola Innovation Hub serves as a cornerstone for entrepreneurship and innovation at Colorado School of Mines. The 37,000-square-foot facility is designed for hands-on learning and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
OZ Architecture required images that would showcase their expertise in educational design, with a focus on creating a definitive visual record of the innovation hub's diverse spaces, from collaboration areas to specialized labs. These images needed to capture both the technical capabilities and collaborative spirit of the environment.
Challenges
Even during weekend sessions, the complex remained active with students, requiring signed model releases for anyone recognizable in the photos. The dynamic nature of the space presented challenges in maintaining visual clarity while preserving its authentic atmosphere.
Solutions
We adapted our approach to work harmoniously with the active environment, utilizing available light rather than studio setups to capture the space's spontaneous energy. Our team carefully balanced the need for visual clarity with maintaining authenticity by making subtle adjustments to furniture and removing clutter, while ensuring the space retained its dynamic learning environment character. We also implemented a thorough process for obtaining model releases from students present during the shoot, ensuring legal compliance while capturing genuine interactions within the space.
Outcome
OZ Architecture was particularly pleased with how the images conveyed both the technical capabilities and vibrant student life within the space. The photography successfully captured their design intent for a dynamic learning environment. Strategic planning and attention to detail yielded a complete visual record, serving OZ Architecture's immediate needs while providing lasting documentation of their sustainable design achievements in higher education.
Project Info
- Location
- Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO
- Architect
- OZ Architecture
- General Contractor
- Saunders Construction
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