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Garvin Design Group + Hood Construction Complete USC Idea Center at Gateway 737

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On July 21, Garvin Design Group and Hood Construction joined members of the University of South Carolina community for a special grand opening event and tour of the recently completed Idea Center. The Idea Center occupies three levels of the 11-story Gateway 737 building at the corner of Gadsden and Greene Streets in downtown Columbia.
 
Completed on an accelerated schedule, the nearly 44,000-sf Idea Center is the newest collaboration hub for the University of South Carolina. The Idea Center is intended to serve University students, faculty, and staff, and includes:

  • Two 400-person flex spaces
  • Meeting rooms
  • Craft room
  • Catering kitchen
  • Event space overlooking Colonial Life Arena
 
“This project presented unique opportunities to celebrate USC brand colors and elements in new, creative ways,” said Garvin Design Group Interior Designer Liza Brockman. “The exciting design challenge here was softening a concrete shell space while creating an atmosphere of sophistication and modernity.”
 
The lively and playful interior design of the Idea Center reflects the space’s active programming and diverse user groups and encourages users to stay long after their meeting has ended.
 
"This project is a testament to the CM-R process and how all team members work hand in hand to make our client's vision a reality," said Hood Construction Vice President, Construction Management, Dean Wilson. 
 
About Garvin Design Group: Celebrating its 22nd anniversary this year, Garvin Design Group offers comprehensive planning and design services for a variety of project types and sizes.  From master planning and programming to interior up-fits and new construction, Garvin Design Group strives to provide client-driven design solutions throughout South Carolina. The firm of 21 people has completed more than $1.2 billion worth of projects since its founding in 2003. GDG’s contributions to the community and the profession earned it the American Institute of Architects – South Carolina’s (AIA SC) 2019 Firm Award, the Columbia Chamber’s 2020 Small Business of the Year Award, Columbia Metropolitan Magazine’s Best of Columbia Award, and recognition as a Top 3 Best in Business Award from SC Business Monthly. For more information, visit www.garvindesigngroup.com.
 
About Hood Construction: Hood Construction Company was founded in 1986 as a full-service Construction Management firm, currently licensed in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Georgia. Now in its 39th year, Hood specializes in CM-R and Design-Assist Delivery, Pre-construction Consulting, Site Analysis, Project Management, and General Contracting for a broad spectrum of commercial and industrial clients. For more information, please visit us online at www.hoodconstruction.com. 

Garvin Design Group + Hood Construction Complete USC Idea Center at Gateway 737