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Goals
and Principles
1. Establish
the reputation of CU-ICAR
as a nationally recognized model and showcase for engineering
advances and
economic development that push the forefront of technology
and opportunities
for Clemson faculty, students and people from around the
world. (Top 20 by 2011)
- Create
an innovative, state-of-the-art facility and highly imageable
setting that attracts quality faculty
and research,
providing recognition
and presence to CU-ICAR and Clemson University
in Greenville.
- Showcase
and celebrate engineering, automotive research and personal
mobility trends as key components of
the CU-ICAR
facility.
2. Create an inviting, engaging quality setting that brings people
together, facilitates exchange, and fosters partnering and collaboration.
- Create
an interactive environment, with a mix of uses and activities,
that fosters collaborative partnerships appeals to
the creative class of technology researchers.
- Provide
an integrated, pedestrian-oriented campus setting that creates
a sense of
community and that physically connects the broad
range of expertise available at CU-ICAR.
- Create distinct
character zones defined by type of activity and by level
of public access that reflect the Clemson Experience and
Clemson values.
3. Embody
sustainability as a basic value and strategy to enhance the natural
resources and environmental qualities
of the CU-ICAR
setting and to create development of lasting quality.
- Create
a model for sustainable economic development that minimizes
environmental impacts and that seeks to restore and balance
the environmental resources of the CU-ICAR site.
- Provide
a stimulating, supportive and healthy environment for all
people involved in CU-ICAR activities.
4. Establish
a physical plan that communicates the overall development goals
and priorities of the CU-ICAR
to Clemson University, future partners, city, county and
community stakeholders.
- Provide
a physical framework for future development that supports overall
flexibility and adaptability for phased growth and future
implementation.
- Apply CU-ICAR Design Guidelines to
early phases of development to demonstrate the design intent
and spirit of
the
CU-ICAR campus.
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