Carnegie Mellon University - Thistle Yearbook (Pittsburgh, PA)

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School of Industrial Administration Keeping pace with the growing trend toward scientific management in industry, the School of Industrial Administration was completed in 1951 to accommodate the facilities necessary to effectively further the aims of scientific management. Founded by William Larimer Mellon, it was designed along modern functional lines, and is constructed of yellow brick and steel. The elegantly simple facade fronts on an imposing lobby of highly polished granite, into which murals have been etched depicting various industrial scenes. The second and third floors of the building are furnished with metal and leather chairs and individual tables which allow a variety of classroom arrangements, depending on the size and purpose of the class. Individual offices are also provided on these floors for the members of the faculty. The first floor contains the main offices opening off the lobby and a large, panelled auditorium which has proved a needed addition to the campus facilities. The auditorium scats are equipped with writing arms so that the theater can be used for special class purposes. In addition, a reading room and lounge arc located on this floor. The reading room maintains a collection of the latest business and industrial periodicals, and is adjoined by two soundproofed conference rooms for the use of small discussion groups. The lounge's comfortable furniture is arranged for informal conversation groups and contains a small kitchen to aid in the preparation of refreshments. The building has proved its versatility and adaptability in the five years since its completion, and its facilities have provided a useful environment for the students' work. 9

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School of Industrial Administration MacLachlin 8

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Morewood Gardens MacLachlin 10