Lower Baldwin 2013 Renovation
A rendering of the renovated entrance (see larger photo).
A rendering of the revised layout (see larger photo).
Renderings of several serving stations (see larger photo).
The existing and revised floor plans (see larger photo).
From the seating to the food prep areas, Lower Baldwin is getting a soup-to-nuts upgrade starting in March 2013. The wide-ranging enhancements will result in a "distinctive, restaurant-quality destination that's attractive to the entire campus community," according to Todd Tekiele, Albion College director of auxiliary services.
Among the additions and improvements students will see upon returning to campus in August 2013:
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A new "Fresh Express" salad bar featuring fresh hot and cold foods
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An Italian-style pizza oven
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"Today's Grill," featuring made-to-order grill items
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"Sandwich Board," featuring hot and cold sandwiches and soups
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A more open and inviting atmosphere, with glass walls and upscale finishes on the walls and serving areas
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Flexible seating arrangements, with both booths and tables, along with a variety of seating styles
The project also will feature some not-so-visible yet important refinements to campus dining at Albion:
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Greater efficiency: Improved design and equipment in food preparation and dishwashing areas will make for a better dining operation overall. It will also better support the cooking-from-scratch philosophy that is a hallmark of the College's dining services partner, Bon Appetit Management Company.
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Sustainability: Installation of new kitchen equipment will offer vastly improved energy efficiency and water savings.
Please note that Lower Baldwin will be closed from Spring Break 2013 to August 2013. For the remainder of the Spring 2013 semester, Upper Baldwin as well as additional dining options will be available to the campus community. A plan is in place for the College's summer programs as well. For more information, please see the College's official news release on the project and an accompanying Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page. You may also contact Dining and Hospitality Services at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Please revisit this page during the spring and summer of 2013 to see progress photos, and get ready for an all-new Lower Baldwin ... Bring your appetite!