Project Name: University of Arkansas Windgate Gallery
Location: Fayetteville, AR
Project Status: Completed (December 2023)
Vertical: Education (Higher Ed)
The Challenge: A Hard Opening Date
When building a new university facility, missing the start of the semester or a scheduled public opening isn’t an option. The University of Arkansas Windgate Gallery required tight milestone management and proactive problem-solving to ensure the facility was ready for public occupancy on a strict deadline.
The Solution: Bundling the Finishing Touches
To speed up the final stages of the build, IOS managed the entire Division 8 hardware and door package alongside an extensive list of Division 10 building specialties. We furnished and installed toilet partitions, fire extinguisher cabinets, access panels, visual display boards, plaques, lockers, and waste receptacles.
The Execution: Investing in the Community
By keeping all of these essential finishing touches under one roof, IOS eliminated the headache of coordinating half a dozen different specialty vendors.
“Being part of the long-standing U of A community and helping open the Windgate Gallery was a unique and rewarding opportunity,” the IOS project lead shared. “It’s an investment in the university’s commitment to arts, education, and community engagement.”
The Bottom Line
When timelines are tight, consolidating your doors, hardware, and building specialties with one capable partner ensures you hit your occupancy deadlines with time to spare.