The University of Massachusetts, Lowell (UMass Lowell) has hired Cambridge-based HMFH Architects to prepare visioning concepts for the expansion and relocation its growing College of Management.

The planning study will identify an optimum location for the proposed 60,000-square-foot facility, as well as explore how best to integrate new features such as a conference center, administrative and faculty offices, dedicated classrooms for lectures and case study programs and technology labs, according to a statement.

"The planning process for this expansion requires a thoughtful and imaginative approach that considers the college’s importance within the campus framework and its vision for creating a true center for innovation," said Deborah Poodry, special advisor for capital and space planning at UMass Lowell. "Working with HMFH Architects gives us access to a seasoned team of higher education experts that will analyze the potential of our campus sites and provide valuable feedback that enables us to plan for the new College of Management and future development of the campus."