Kirkland Hall art

Kirkland Hall

 Courtesy of VU

Vanderbilt University is ready to begin a major renovation of Kirkland Hall — the distinctive brick and stone tower that nears its 150th birthday and is perhaps the most iconic structure on the campus.

The university has landed a permit, valued at almost $20.8 million, to undertake the effort. Centric Architecture is handling design work, with Barge Cauthen and Associates overseeing engineer duties. Both companies are Nashville based.