Valencia at Lake Nona
Valencia College
Valencia College established a new presence in Lake Nona to provide reach and opportunity to students in the region. Known as largely a commuter population, this project was the first to establish a micro-campus setting with plans for future growth.
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The design of Valencia at Lake Nona caters to the community needs by offering advanced learning environments for students and residence. The campus strengthens its locale by serving as a hub for knowledge sharing, fostering collaboration, and providing networking opportunities for students, faculty, and residents. Students are at the heart of Valencia College's mission. Acting as a bridge between the classroom and real-world directly contributes to the economic and social growth of the area to support new business and service partnerships.
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The learning courtyard was designed to be flexible and support community events. The interior classrooms buffer the courtyard and visually connect to each floor level offering views and daylight.
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Awards
- 2013 1st Place Award – Architectural Showcase; College Category, Florida Education Facility Planners Association
- 2012 Honorable Mention Winner, Learning By Design