University at Buffalo School of Management Paula Agrusa Plaza

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Location:
Buffalo, NY
Client:
University at Buffalo
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Scope: Central outdoor plaza for social interaction and circulation

Focus: Pedestrian movement, seating, and campus identity

Outcome: Flexible, welcoming space for students and faculty

The State University of New York (SUNY) Buffalo’s campus lacked a defined outdoor hub for student activity and pedestrian flow. Fisher Associates transformed a transitional space into a coherent plaza that balances heavy pedestrian traffic with social gathering opportunities. Circulation, seating, and landscape elements were arranged to create a durable, intuitive, and flexible environment. The Paula Agrusa Plaza enhances campus life, encourages lingering and interaction, and strengthens campus identity, ensuring outdoor spaces support both daily routines and special events.

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