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Facing the neo-Georgiancampus, the building presents asimple character along thestreet façade and two gabledelevations. However, turning thecorner, the building explodesinto a series of angled andoverlapping slate, limestone,curtain wall and cedar planesthat frame views and definecirculation and gatheringspaces. The project is the first oftwo buildings planned, whichwhen completed, will define thenew Colby Green and an edgeof the campus’ curved drive.Each bar contains faculty offices,a core of student study roomsand support spaces, whichdefine a pair of corridors thatopen at one end to the exteriorand at the other to the building’satrium. Clustered around thispublic space are the auditoriumand lecture halls on the first floorand laboratories andconference rooms on the floorsabove.

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DIAMOND BUILDINGColby CollegeWaterville, Maine(with Bohlin Cywinski Jackson)

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Third Floor

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Located within the university’snewer campus ,the 4 story facilitydefines a major pedestrian routeand its intersection with a minorpath. The facility providesfaculty and staff with offices,conference rooms and supportspace and students withclassrooms, meeting rooms,lounges and a library. Thebuilding is composed of brickpanels, curtain wall and paintedaluminum trelli of various sizesand shapes. A glass enclosedsecond story balcony overlooksthe entry foyer, which connectsto a subterranean lobby via asteel staircase. Opening ontoclassrooms, an outdoor patio,and the center’s library, thislower lobby has become apopular gathering space forstudents.

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WALLACE SOCIAL SCIENCESBUILDINGPrinceton UniversityPrinceton, New Jersey(with Bohlin Cywinski Jackson)

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Entered through the communitybuilding’s arched opening,abrick walkway links thecomplex’s two courtyards. Thetwo story buildings which definethe open space contain 4bedroom apartments, whichinclude kitchens and 3 bedroomdormitory suites. The building’ssimple detailing is inspired by theareas vernacular “tidewater”architecture. A future commonsbuilding and additionaldormitories will complete themaster plan for this complex.

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Student HousingSt Mary’s College, Maryland(with Bohlin Cywinski Jackson)

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Designed for the Los AngelesParks and Recreationdepartment, this 6,000 s.f. centerprovides thecommunity with asafe place for small children toplay and learn. Anadministrative wing containingthe entry foyer, offices,conference room, kitchen andsupport space and a classroomwing define outdoor playspace. A colorful canopydivides this space into a quiet,grassy garden and an activeplayground. With a limitedbudget , color, texture andmaterials became essential toenlivening the simple buildingforms. Clerestory windowsbring natural light into thecenter’s two classrooms andmain entry lobby. Collaborationwith a local artist produced thewhimsical wrought iron fence.

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ALGIN SUTTON CHILD CARELos Angeles, CA(with Carde Ten Architects)

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Existing facilities, including apool and basketball arena wererenovated to create muchneeded practice facilities, whilea new natatorium andbasketball arena allowed formany more spectators. Aninterior street defined by asuspended wood ceiling system,custom wood benches,concession counter andreception desk links the project’smajor components. A series offitness and weight rooms share aglass wall with the “street”allowing expanded views fromboth sides. Executed on a tightbudget, structural andmechanical systems wereexposed and stained concreteinstalled in the corridors andpublic spaces. Simple brick piersand white trelli announce thebuilding’s public entrances.

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SOMERSET HALLSt. Mary’s College, Maryland(with Bohlin Cywinski Jackson)

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Located on the edge ofBaltimore’s downtown, this 12story, million square foot facilitycompetes with neighboringbuildings for daylight. To solvethis challenge, the labs, corridorsand conference rooms areorganized around and borrownatural daylight from twomultistory atria that are lightedfrom skylights, reflectors andlarge expanses of curtainwall.The south atrium features amultistory and multifacetedconference “pod”, which issheathed in acoustical panelsand hovers above the lobbyfloor below. A ramped corridorfeaturing custom steel channellight fixtures, floating plywoodceiling panels and terrazzoflooring connects this lobby to anearby garden. Other materialsinclude limestone panels, brick,glass fins and acoustical panels.

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DENTAL SCHOOL BUILDINGUniversity of Maryland,Baltimore(with Bohlin Cywinski Jackson)

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This restoration of RichardNeutra’s iconic modernist home,returned the interior and exteriorto its original state. Additionsand finishes were stripped awayleaving only the structure’sframing. Finishes, includingstucco, metal fascias, paints,casework andglazing were recreated usingNeutra’s details and documentsas a guide. Modern appliances,plumbing, electrical, HVAC andwater management systemswere seamlessly integrated intothe design.

KAUFMANN RESTORATIONPalm Springs, CA(with Marmol and Radziner)

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Originally designed as abachelor retreat for RaymondLoewy in 1946 by Albert Frey, thishouse is now used year round byits current owners. Theyrequested a more graciousconnection to the existingangled master bedroomaddition as well as a deck andpavillion for entertaining, thatwas both adjacent to the masterbedroom and accessible fromthe pool.Jutting out over an existing fieldof boulders, the new pavillionoffers a contrasting experienceto the sheltered courtyard of theoriginal design as well as uniqueviews to the mountains to thewest.

Loewy Residence AdditionPalm Springs, CA(with Marmol and Radziner Archi-tects)

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Solar orientation was integral tothe design of this home. Themain living spaces, offices andbedrooms trace the sun’s pathto maximize solar gain in thewinter months, while a balconyand extended roof overhangprotect these rooms from thesun’s summer heat. The client’sinterest in alternative buildingsystems is also reflected in thisproject. Insulated concreteform ( ICF) walls,structuralinsulated panels (SIPS)combineto create a tight super insulatedenvelop. To avoid columnsupports and a thermalbridge,the steel framed balconyis connected to the main housestructure using thermally brokensteel brackets. Timber trusses,tongue and groove ceiling, andtrimless openings define thecharacter of the main livingspaces. Soapstone floors coverhydronic heating throughout thehouse. A geothermal system,fresh air intake, energy recovery,and a rainwater conservationsystem are all integrated into theproject.Estimated completion date isApril 2009.

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BROOKS RESIDENCEHolicong, PA(with Paul Macht Architects)

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This pool house-garage pavillionforms an “L” with the existinghome around the pool,providing the clients withoutdoor space for entertaining.The simple exterior roof form isexposed on the interior, where itis clad with a whitewashedtongue and groove ceiling. Theprivate “wet” area, whichhouses the shower, toilet andsink is enclosed by a stone cladwall and has direct access tothe exterior.

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Pool HouseWorcester, PA(with Paul Macht Architects)

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Designed for a family of four,this addition/renovation consistsof a new master suite linked torest of the second floor with abalcony, an expanded familyroom and a new deck. On thehouse’s south elevation, theglass paneled wall allows forviews of the woods andcaptures winter solar gain.Outside, the entire house,including the existing structure,was clad in a skin of rigidinsulation and a combination offiber cement siding and panels,which gives the residence a newidentity from the street. Thepainting scheme for the home’sexterior is based on the tans andgreens of the family’s favoritetree, “Sid the Sycamore.” Thedeck and balcony railing systemis comprised of stock cable railcomponents and customvertical supports designed bythe architect and produced bya local metal manufacturingcompany.

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Golden ResidenceLower Salford, PA(with Paul Macht Architects)

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