Education & History
Armstrong World Industries is celebrating 75 years of their Lancaster campus
Dubbed a building for dreamers, AWI's Campus Center has a long history of intentionally designed features.
Featured in a 1971 edition of Progressive Architecture, Armstrong World Industries’ Campus Center has been a longstanding fixture of its Lancaster headquarters.
Designed by Vincent Kling, an American Institute of Architects Fellow and a notable architect of his time, it was called a “building for dreamers,” featuring custom spaces for those working in product styling and design at what was then called Armstrong Cork Company. As AWI has evolved, the Campus Center has continued to inspire innovation and empower the next generation of leaders.
Its signature sloping glass wall was intentionally crafted to maximize light in the work spaces, which AWI employees still enjoy today—along with new features inside like a state-of-the-art fitness center, café and dynamic collaboration areas.
As AWI celebrates the 75th anniversary of its Lancaster campus this year, the team is honoring their rich architectural history that blends timeless design with modern innovation. This combination of historic and contemporary reflects AWI’s commitment to creating an environment where creativity, community and progress thrive. The Lancaster campus continues to grow, honoring its past while embracing the future.
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