Every dining court project at Purdue has won at least one citation from the American School and University or College and University Planning magazines. Both publications are information sources for higher education administrators and architects responsible for the planning, design, operation and maintenance of educational facilities.
Wiley Dining Court, opened in August 2008, is a 46,450 square feet facility with a capacity to accommodate 550 people. The $19 million facility is marked by large windows; vaulted wood ceilings; and stylish use of glass, steel and tile. A variety of serving stations provide a broad menu of popular dishes including made-to-order pizzas, pastas and sandwiches. The court’s distinguishing station is the Churrascaria, which features Brazilian barbecue-style cooking. The dining court’s design, featuring a palette rich in textures and subtle deep color scheme, defines the different venues, highlighting the foods on display.
The dining areas offer several large-screen televisions and free wireless Internet access. The building is located on the western side of campus across from the Recreational Sports Center on Martin Jischke Drive. Wiley Dining Court is open to all Purdue students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
Scholer Corporation of Lafayette, was the project architect, while Kettlehut Construction Company was the general contractor, both of the firms based in Indiana. Colorado-based Ricca Newmark Design was the food service interior design consultant.
