Strang has provided architectural, engineering and interior design services for several total facility
renovation plans and remodeling projects at the 135,000 square foot Memorial Union. Remodeling
projects have included the main entrance lobby, Rathskeller, main dining room and kitchen, boathouse, theatre, Great Hall and Lounge. Originally constructed in 1928, the Memorial Union is the cultural gathering space of the University of Wisconsin.

Lounge
Originally called the Council Room, the Main Lounge has always served as a quiet place on campus for students to relax, study, read newspapers, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee away from the activity of the Union's first floor. With its marble columns, high ceilings and spacious windows, the Main Lounge is one of the most beautiful spaces in the Union.

The Lounge was refurbished on two previous occasions - in 1947 as part of a major building renovation and in the early 1970's. As a result of those alterations, the decorative plaster ceilings had been concealed, the terrazzo floor has been carpeted and linear fluorescent lighting was installed. Strang's renovation restored the space to its original splendor and installed air conditioning. The project also restored historic elements and added lighting. The room was repainted in historically appropriate colors and the room's decorative frieze was re-stenciled.

Kitchen
Strang renovated the 5,580 square foot central kitchen of the Memorial Union. This project completely renovated and reconfigured the hot and cold food production areas, dry storage area, supervisor’s office and computer center. A key aspect of the renovation was the replacement of most of the production equipment, as well as the update of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. The project also included new floor, wall and ceiling finishes.