A Charlotte-based company designs upgrades for many of North Carolina’s schools
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This content was produced in partnership with VisionBuilders Design.
These aren’t your typical cafeterias.
Across the country, colleges and universities are updating their dining halls and other amenities as they become an increasingly important decision factor for many applicants.
- North Carolina schools are no exception.
What you need to know: VisionBuilders Design, a Charlotte-based, full-service foodservice design company is creating innovative, custom spaces across the state.
- Check out their website for more info.
The proof: To celebrate the start of a new year (and new projects), here are some of the coolest spaces VBD worked on.
Queens University
The story: This Charlotte school in the heart of Myers Park got a makeover thanks to VBD. Morrison Hall was designed to be aesthetically pleasing, functional, and capable of supporting multiple cuisine offerings.
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Catawba College
The story: After an influx of admissions, the school needed to update the dining hall from a small dark “room” to a modern, vibrant food hall-like area.
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- It was important to create open seating for gathering as well as small, quiet spaces for relaxing.
UNCG Fountain View dining hall
The story: VBD rebranded and elevated a trend-forward food hall that included new graphics, interior finishes, and lighting.
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- VBD designed the space to accommodate a variety of food types.
Bonus: UNC Greensboro ESports Arena
The story: After the success of UNCG’s food hall, they tapped VBD again to design a state-of-the-art ESports Arena.
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- VisionBuilders’ sister company, VisArch Design, worked hand-in-hand with the school to create an innovative gaming suite that serves as both a team sports arena and an educational opportunity.
The background: Esports are competitive, multiplayer video games played for spectators.
Check out more of VisionBuilders Design’s work and get in touch to see how they can bring your vision to life.
This content was produced in partnership with VisionBuilders Design.
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