Old West End Neighborhood

IDENTITY DESIGN

LOCATION:  Muncie, Indiana

INDUSTRY:  Public Sector

TEAM:

Nikki Abel
Ashley Allegretti 

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Mariah Drake

Kate Hamilton

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Sylvia Marbach

Cameo Smith 

OVERVIEW:

Old West End Neighborhood is a notable residency, located on the west edge of Muncie’s central business district. Its distinct architecture and welcoming occupants hold great significance to the neighborhood, showcasing its growth and culture as a community. Studio 165+ was approached by Building Better Neighborhoods seeking an identity design for each neighborhood in Muncie to reflect their unique aspects and goals.

RESULTS:

Old West End is a historic neighborhood located in the heart of Muncie. The homes within this district represent a wide range of architectural styles that date from the mid-nineteenth to early-twentieth centuries such as Italianate, Colonial Revival, and Queen Anne. These styles are brought through the identity design, showing the architecture that is central to the neighborhood.

AWARDS:

Judges Choice, Student Best of Show, Student Gold ADDY Award