Eskenazi Health Wins Three Categories and Takes Top Honor at Indy Chamber’s Monumental Awards

Groundbreaking healthcare project recognized for its impact on community revitalization and innovative care solutions.

Ind. (Oct. 3, 2024)— arcDESIGN took home the highest honor of the Monumental Award for its transformative work on the Eskenazi Health Thomas & Arlene Grande Campus. The project, which also won in three categories, Architecture, Interior Design, and Public Art, stood out for its community-centered design and dedication to holistic care in one of Indianapolis’ most underserved neighborhoods. This year’s submitted projects collectively generated an estimated 4,000 jobs in Central Indiana, highlighting the positive economic impact of the region’s growth.

"Investing in innovative healthcare solutions is essential for the long-term vitality of our city," said Matt Mindrum, president and CEO of Indy Chamber. "Eskenazi Health's Grande Campus is a powerful example of how healthcare can address medical needs and foster broader community development. By integrating medical, mental health, and social services, this project sets a new benchmark for community-centered care while playing a critical role in revitalizing underserved neighborhoods."

The new 95,000-square-foot healthcare campus on East 38th Street offers comprehensive medical, mental health, and social services under one roof. Designed by arcDESIGN, the facility emphasizes connection, support, and belonging, incorporating a blend of natural materials and community input to create a welcoming, inclusive environment. The project also exceeded Eskenazi’s diversity goals, with a 60 percent spend on minority, women, veteran, and disabled-owned businesses.

Eskenazi Health's winning project was submitted by arcDESIGN, a firm known for its people-focused, open culture. Since 1999, arcDESIGN has built a reputation for creating transformational spaces through cross-disciplinary teams and sustained relationships with clients and contractors. The firm’s work on the Grande Campus reflects its commitment to future-focused design that improves quality of life.

Other award winners included:

• Architecture: Eskenazi Health Thomas & Arlene Grande Campus submitted by arcDESIGN
• Construction: Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library - Glendale Branch Replacement Library by Powers & Sons Construction
• Engineering: Marian University E.S. Witchger School of Engineering submitted by Schmidt Associates/Browning Construction/Browning Day
• Innovative Reuse: 220 Meridian submitted by Keystone Group
• Interior Design: Eskenazi Health Thomas & Arlene Grande Campus submitted by StudioAxis
• Landscape Architecture:  Bicentennial Unity Plaza at Gainbridge submitted by Shrewsberry & Associates
• Neighborhood Revitalization: Fair Haven at Ada's Place submitted by Luminaut
• Public Art: Eskenazi Health Katharine B. Sutphin Collection submitted by arcDESIGN
• Real Estate Development: The Stutz submitted by SomeraRoad
• People's Choice: SPARK on the Circle submitted by Merritt Chase

The Monumental Awards are made possible by generous sponsors, including Monumental Award sponsor Ivy Tech Community College, Monumental Film sponsor PAETHOS Media, Construction category sponsor Quality Connection of Central Indiana, and Neighborhood Revitalization category sponsor Hirons. The event celebrates the most significant achievements across architecture, engineering, construction, and public art, recognizing excellence in the built environment throughout the nine-county Indianapolis region.

For more information on the Monumental Awards or to learn about future entries, visit indychamber.com/monumental.

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