In the beginning, the inspiration and actualization of the land-
grant "Industrial University" (or what was to become the
University of Illinois) required thoughtful planning and a
commitment to its built environment. The design and planning
decisions made early on would influence all current and future
development on the campus of the University of Illinois and its
influence on the surrounding neighborhoods. It is the essence of
the built environment that provides a back-drop to and anchors
all aspects of daily life for most communities. For the Urbana
campus these anchors are grounded in the foundations of historic
landmarks such as the Central Quadrangle, the Alma Mater,
Memorial Stadium, the Illini Union, Altgeld Hall, and Lincoln
Hall. The daily life of those engaged in academic pursuits is
punctuated by the open spaces and trees lining walkways between
buildings. Within the buildings themselves, the use of space is
in a never-ending state of movement, with remodeling projects
shifting space to meet the c