Studio Gang Reveals Design for Womens Leadership Center in Wisconsin, United StatesSave this picture! Studio GangStudio Gang, led by Jeanne Gang, and Lincoln Road Enterprises, a philanthropic organization advancing women's leadership, have unveiled the design for the forthcoming Women's Leadership Center at Williams Bay. Located on an 8.6-acre site overlooking Geneva Lake in southeastern Wisconsin, the 24,000-square-foot retreat center is designed to support innovation, collaboration, and leadership programming for professional women's groups. The project broke ground in July 2024 and is scheduled for completion in 2026.Designed to engage with the site's natural ecology and intellectual heritage, the Center draws inspiration from the surrounding oak savanna and the nearby Geneva Lake. Its architecture reflects a close connection to nature, incorporating expansive windows, natural materials, and a gently curved layout that frames views of the forest and water. The roof design introduces daylight deep into the interior, drawing from the natural phenomenon of "crown shyness," where gaps between treetops allow light to filter through.The campus is composed of three primary structures: The Lodge, The Council, and The Cabin, each designed to support different modes of gathering. The Lodge includes a spacious multipurpose room and outdoor terraces for dining and socializing. The Council provides meeting and conference spaces arranged around a central courtyard, while The Cabin serves as a more intimate accommodation space for visiting collaborators and experts. A network of accessible walking paths weaves through the site, encouraging informal interaction and connection with the landscape. Related Article Kengo Kuma and Studio Gang Among Shortlist for Nelson-Atkins Museum Expansion in Kansas City, United States Programming at the Women's Leadership Center will focus on convening accomplished leaders across industries to engage in dialogue, explore complex challenges, and develop new perspectives. Situated 90 miles from Chicago, the location connects visitors to a setting long associated with retreat and reflection, as well as scientific discovery, nearby Yerkes Observatory being a key historical anchor in the region.The design also integrates sustainable strategies to reduce environmental impact. These include preserving the site's existing topography and tree canopy, using locally sourced and low-carbon materials such as mass timber and Wisconsin stone, and employing passive cooling and ventilation systems. In fact, the Center is targeting LEED Gold certification. By creating a purpose-built space that combines design, ecology, and thoughtful programming, the Women's Leadership Center aims to contribute to a broader cultural landscape dedicated to innovation, dialogue, and leadership development.As cultural centers around the world continue to evolve, architecture plays an increasingly central role in shaping how communities connect, reflect, and create shared meaning. In other recent cultural news, Zaha Hadid Architects has broken ground on the Center of Mediterranean Culture in Reggio Calabria, a new public landmark designed to engage with the waterfront while honoring the city's layered history. In Berlin, AFF Architekten received the DAM Preis 2025 for their work on the House of Statistics, a reinvention of a former GDR building into a democratic hub for civic and cultural use. Meanwhile in Almaty, Asif Khan is transforming a Soviet-era cinema into Kazakhstan's first independent cultural center, a project that marks a significant shift in how space is imagined for creative communities in the region.About this authorNour FakharanyAuthorCite: Nour Fakharany. "Studio Gang Reveals Design for Womens Leadership Center in Wisconsin, United States" 26 Mar 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1028426/studio-gang-reveals-design-for-womens-leadership-center-in-wisconsin-united-states&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save!ArchDaily?You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream