Engineering Collaborative Research & Education Building at Penn State University / Payette | ArchDaily
Summary
The ECoRE Building at Penn State University is a 280,000 SF facility designed to enhance engineering research and education, fostering collaboration within a new engineering precinct.
Why It Matters
This project represents a significant investment in educational infrastructure, aiming to enhance collaboration and innovation in engineering. It reflects trends in educational architecture that prioritize connectivity and sustainability, making it relevant for institutions looking to modernize their facilities.
Key Takeaways
- The ECoRE Building spans 280,000 square feet, emphasizing engineering research and education.
- Designed by Payette, the building promotes collaboration between the main campus and new engineering precinct.
- The project incorporates sustainable design principles, showcasing modern educational architecture.
Save this picture!© Robert Benson Photography+ 15 Curated by Hana Abdel Share ShareFacebookTwitterMailPinterestWhatsappOrhttps://www.archdaily.com/1038785/engineering-collaborative-research-and-education-building-at-penn-state-university-payette Clipboard "COPY" CopyEducational Architecture, University•State College, United States Architects: Payette Area Area of this architecture project Area: 280000 ft² Year Completion year of this architecture project Year: 2024 Photographs Photographs:Robert Benson Photography, Warren Jagger Lead Architects: Jeff DeGregorio, Mark Oldham Structural Consultants: Arup Category: Educational Architecture, UniversityLead Team: Philippe Genereux, Ryan Murphy, Andrea LoveDesign Team: Sean Hurley, Michael Mandeville, Stacy KriegGeneral Contractor : Whiting-TurnerCivil Consultants: HRGLandscape Architecture: Lamar Johnson CollaborativeEnvironmental Sustainability Consultant: ArupEngineering & Consulting: AcentechLighting Consultants: Available LightingCity: State CollegeCountry: United StatesDid you collaborate on this project?More SpecsLess Specs Save this picture!© Robert Benson Photography Text description provided by the architects. The ECoRE Building is a 280,000 SF engineering research and teaching engine at the heart of a new engineering precinct, across the Atherton Street divide, and located at the west terminus of the main campus axis. Funneling activity and flow, the building's formal gesture invites pedestrian connections and pedag...
