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UMass Amherst
Chapel Renovation , Amherst, MA

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 through utilized for clash detection, constructability
the years to support a variety of campus departments. Now after 131 review as well as MEP and Architectural
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
• A high standard of sustainability includes
rusticated masonry facades and a sloped slate roof. Structural and seismic
natural lighting, automatic lighting controls,
upgrades were made along with careful restoration and preservation of
energy effi cient HVAC system including heat-
key building elements. Interior fi nishes were completely refurbished or
recovery system and low fl ow plumbing fi xtures.
replaced. A new Entry Pavilion and Exterior Plaza Addition was added
LEED Silver certifi cation.
along with all new MEP and FP systems.
• 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
• Th e lower level will serve as support spaces for
Fine Arts Center. Our project team developed extensive site logistics
the upper fl oors including rest rooms, storage
and planning processes to keep all students, visitors, faculty and staff
and serving kitchen.
safe when walking around or near the project site.
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 .