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Hamilton College
Unifi ed Science Center

SIZE OWNER
210,000 square feet Hamilton College
New - 168,000 SF
Renovation - 42,000 SF ARCHITECT
EYP Architecture & Engineering
CONTRACT TYPE
Construction Manager-at-Risk

PROJECT DETAILS
Th e Science Center houses offi ces and laboratories for Archaeology, • Th e Science Center’s expansive atrium boasts
Biology, Chemistry, Geosciences, Physics and Psychology. Th e complex several environmentally friendly features
contains a tri-climate rooftop greenhouse, auditorium, coff eehouse and including a temperature control system that
more than 100 teaching and research laboratories. involves geothermal loops and displacement
ventilation. Locally quarried stone is also
featured throughout the exterior.
• Minimized disruptions during academic year
by carefully planning temporary relocations and
phasing the fi nal turnover.
• Extensive design and performance testing
ensured the viability of the new double-curtain
wall with high-performance glazing
• Th e extensive use of glass puts science on
display to stimulate interest in the sciences and
foster interdisciplinary synergies

• Multiple phases required close coordination of
spaces turned over to meet the academic needs
of the college.
• State-of-the art teaching and research labs.