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UMass Amherst
Chapel Renovation

SIZE OWNER
15,000 square feet UMass Amherst
(UMBA project)
CONTRACT TYPE
Construction Manager-at-Risk ARCHITECT
Finegold Alexander Architects

PROJECT DETAILS
Th e existing chapel was constructed in 1884 as the campus’ fi rst library • Building Information Modeling (BIM)
and assembly hall. Th is iconic building has made many transitions utilized for clash detection, constructability
through the years to support a variety of campus departments. Now review as well as MEP and Architectural
after 131 years revitalization of the building is a necessity. coordination. Utilized for 4D construction for
sequencing/scheduling analysis.
Th e three story building is a masonry and wood-framed structure with
rusticated masonry facades and a sloped slate roof. Structural and seismic • A high standard of sustainability includes
upgrades were made along with careful restoration and preservation of natural lighting, automatic lighting controls,
key building elements. Interior fi nishes were completely refurbished or energy effi cient HVAC system including heat-
replaced. A new Entry Pavilion and Exterior Plaza Addition was added recovery system and low fl ow plumbing fi xtures.
along with all new MEP and FP systems. Pursuing LEED Silver certifi cation.
• Th e Chapel is a candidate for the National
Th is building is located in the heart of the UMass Amherst campus
Register of Historic Places.
adjacent to the Dubois Library, Memorial Hall, Campus Pond and
Fine Arts Center. Our project team developed extensive site logistics • Th e lower level will serve as support spaces for
and planning processes to keep all students, visitors, faculty and staff the upper fl oors including rest rooms, storage
safe when walking around or near the project site. and serving kitchen.

Th e renovated and repurposed facility will provide UMass Amherst
with a space for events and musical performances and an ability to house
short-term exhibitions, coordinate student activities, provide meeting
spaces and pre-function areas for students, faculty and staff .