Webster University’s Browning Hall was developed to provide a state-of-the-art interdisciplinary science building that foster interactive opportunities for academic collaboration and shared use by nine departments/programs. The certified LEED Silver facility is a 4-story, 87,268 square foot building that house 26 labs, 4 classrooms, 71 offices and a 129-seat auditorium along with access to a garden space.
The two-wing building revolves around the common spaces which encourage students and faculty to collaborate and host study sessions. Each floor provides different types of commons spaces from fostering intimate conversation to encouraging large gatherings.
The building’s interior was developed to maximize collaboration by using a “science on display” theme. This was accomplished by the use of glass interior walls that enabled constant daylight and the use of neutral architectural finishes. Low profile and bright lively colors were incorporated in the furniture finish selections and key accent walls to highlight the natural surroundings.
Webster University Interdisciplinary Science Building
Category
College/University
Description
Project Location:
Saint Louis, Missouri
Architecture Firm
Spellman Brady & Company
Saint Louis, Missouri
http://www.spellmanbrady.com/
Photography By:
Alise O'Brien Photography
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