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Home Portfolio Academic Buildings, Architecture, Sustainable Design Integrated Sciences Building

Integrated Sciences Building

Kent State University

Kent, OH, United States

To revitalize its core science facilities and establish the institution as a beacon of discovery in the Midwest, Kent State University renovated three 1960s buildings. Williams Hall, Smith Hall, and Cunningham Hall underwent interventions of varying degrees to create an iconic and unified home for the sciences on campus. The renovations address deferred maintenance issues and reflect Kent State’s commitment to supporting new pedagogies and curricula. Additionally, the new Integrated Sciences Building (ISB) is a three-story facility adjoining Williams Hall. The building uses standardized modules to create flexibility with generous floor-to-floor heights to accommodate MEP needs. The main entrance reflects STEM principles and provides a two-story gathering space, a large circulation corridor, and study spaces. This project was completed with associate architect Payto Architects.

Project Details

Location
Kent, OH, United States
Size
150,000 GSF
Status
2017
Cost
$67,000,000
LEED
Certified Silver
Awards
AIA Baltimore Excellence in Design Award, Honorable Mention

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