Central King Building at NJIT
Meticulous transformation preserves the history of a century-old structure while adapting it to current academic needs.
Initially without a front door, we reintroduced grandeur to its entry, linking it to the city and campus. Responding to a two-story grade difference, we activated the lower levels, creating diverse, engaging routes. Taking inspiration from the original facade, we designed a two-story portal that encouraged both casual and formal interactions. The outcome was an academic center promoting collaboration across five colleges, setting a new standard for on-campus spaces.
The strategic blend of existing and new interior materials, paired with abundant natural light create a calm yet inspiring space for individual or group study or gathering.
The vestibule below the entry steps serves as an impromptu meeting spot and connection from building to campus.
An open stair at the juncture between the 1912 and 1969 weaves together programs and building sections.
A new floor opening creates a double-height space that ties the two public floors of the building together. Sleek modern material interventions highlight the historic steel columns, brick load bearing walls and terra floor structure.
Open lounges pair with glass enclosed break out rooms to provide a variety of spaces for individual or group study or gathering. Flexible furniture and AV technology, with whiteboard wall surfaces aid in effective collaboration.
Marvel transformed a 100-year-old school into NJIT's innovative hub, enhancing connections, design, and streetscapes.
Pulling the grade away from the historic building facade created a two story main entrance that activates the pedestrian walkway day and night at NJIT’s Central King Building.
Lecture rooms keep students close to the presenter while classrooms easily adapt from front focused instruction to collaborative clusters. Technology comes out of the mill-work to support each mode.
A strategic wall penetration with diagonal bracing and floor to ceiling curtainwall established a connection to the city of Newark.
Meticulous transformation of a century-old structure and its surroundings while preserving its historic facade.
Initially without a front door, we reintroduced grandeur to its entry, linking it to the city and campus. Responding to a two-story grade difference, we activated the lower levels, creating diverse, engaging routes. Taking inspiration from the original facade, we designed a two-story portal that encouraged both casual and formal interactions. The outcome was an academic center promoting collaboration across five colleges, setting a new standard for on-campus spaces.
The strategic blend of existing and new interior materials, paired with abundant natural light create a calm yet inspiring space for individual or group study or gathering.
The vestibule below the entry steps serves as an impromptu meeting spot and connection from building to campus.
An open stair at the juncture between the 1912 and 1969 weaves together programs and building sections.
A new floor opening creates a double-height space that ties the two public floors of the building together. Sleek modern material interventions highlight the historic steel columns, brick load bearing walls and terra floor structure.
Open lounges pair with glass enclosed break out rooms to provide a variety of spaces for individual or group study or gathering. Flexible furniture and AV technology, with whiteboard wall surfaces aid in effective collaboration.
Marvel transformed a 100-year-old school into NJIT's innovative hub, enhancing connections, design, and streetscapes.
Lecture rooms keep students close to the presenter while classrooms easily adapt from front focused instruction to collaborative clusters. Technology comes out of the mill-work to support each mode.
Pulling the grade away from the historic building facade created a two story main entrance that activates the pedestrian walkway day and night at NJIT’s Central King Building.
A strategic wall penetration with diagonal bracing and floor to ceiling curtainwall established a connection to the city of Newark.
Central King Building at NJIT
Meticulous transformation preserves the history of a century-old structure while adapting it to current academic needs.
Initially without a front door, we reintroduced grandeur to its entry, linking it to the city and campus. Responding to a two-story grade difference, we activated the lower levels, creating diverse, engaging routes. Taking inspiration from the original facade, we designed a two-story portal that encouraged both casual and formal interactions. The outcome was an academic center promoting collaboration across five colleges, setting a new standard for on-campus spaces.
The strategic blend of existing and new interior materials, paired with abundant natural light create a calm yet inspiring space for individual or group study or gathering.
The vestibule below the entry steps serves as an impromptu meeting spot and connection from building to campus.
An open stair at the juncture between the 1912 and 1969 weaves together programs and building sections.
A new floor opening creates a double-height space that ties the two public floors of the building together. Sleek modern material interventions highlight the historic steel columns, brick load bearing walls and terra floor structure.
Open lounges pair with glass enclosed break out rooms to provide a variety of spaces for individual or group study or gathering. Flexible furniture and AV technology, with whiteboard wall surfaces aid in effective collaboration.
Marvel transformed a 100-year-old school into NJIT's innovative hub, enhancing connections, design, and streetscapes.
Pulling the grade away from the historic building facade created a two story main entrance that activates the pedestrian walkway day and night at NJIT’s Central King Building.
Lecture rooms keep students close to the presenter while classrooms easily adapt from front focused instruction to collaborative clusters. Technology comes out of the mill-work to support each mode.
A strategic wall penetration with diagonal bracing and floor to ceiling curtainwall established a connection to the city of Newark.
Meticulous transformation of a century-old structure and its surroundings while preserving its historic facade.
Initially without a front door, we reintroduced grandeur to its entry, linking it to the city and campus. Responding to a two-story grade difference, we activated the lower levels, creating diverse, engaging routes. Taking inspiration from the original facade, we designed a two-story portal that encouraged both casual and formal interactions. The outcome was an academic center promoting collaboration across five colleges, setting a new standard for on-campus spaces.
The strategic blend of existing and new interior materials, paired with abundant natural light create a calm yet inspiring space for individual or group study or gathering.
The vestibule below the entry steps serves as an impromptu meeting spot and connection from building to campus.
An open stair at the juncture between the 1912 and 1969 weaves together programs and building sections.
A new floor opening creates a double-height space that ties the two public floors of the building together. Sleek modern material interventions highlight the historic steel columns, brick load bearing walls and terra floor structure.
Open lounges pair with glass enclosed break out rooms to provide a variety of spaces for individual or group study or gathering. Flexible furniture and AV technology, with whiteboard wall surfaces aid in effective collaboration.
Marvel transformed a 100-year-old school into NJIT's innovative hub, enhancing connections, design, and streetscapes.
Lecture rooms keep students close to the presenter while classrooms easily adapt from front focused instruction to collaborative clusters. Technology comes out of the mill-work to support each mode.
Pulling the grade away from the historic building facade created a two story main entrance that activates the pedestrian walkway day and night at NJIT’s Central King Building.
A strategic wall penetration with diagonal bracing and floor to ceiling curtainwall established a connection to the city of Newark.
Central King Building at NJIT
Meticulous transformation preserves the history of a century-old structure while adapting it to current academic needs.
Initially without a front door, we reintroduced grandeur to its entry, linking it to the city and campus. Responding to a two-story grade difference, we activated the lower levels, creating diverse, engaging routes. Taking inspiration from the original facade, we designed a two-story portal that encouraged both casual and formal interactions. The outcome was an academic center promoting collaboration across five colleges, setting a new standard for on-campus spaces.
The strategic blend of existing and new interior materials, paired with abundant natural light create a calm yet inspiring space for individual or group study or gathering.
The vestibule below the entry steps serves as an impromptu meeting spot and connection from building to campus.
An open stair at the juncture between the 1912 and 1969 weaves together programs and building sections.
A new floor opening creates a double-height space that ties the two public floors of the building together. Sleek modern material interventions highlight the historic steel columns, brick load bearing walls and terra floor structure.
Open lounges pair with glass enclosed break out rooms to provide a variety of spaces for individual or group study or gathering. Flexible furniture and AV technology, with whiteboard wall surfaces aid in effective collaboration.
Marvel transformed a 100-year-old school into NJIT's innovative hub, enhancing connections, design, and streetscapes.
Pulling the grade away from the historic building facade created a two story main entrance that activates the pedestrian walkway day and night at NJIT’s Central King Building.
Lecture rooms keep students close to the presenter while classrooms easily adapt from front focused instruction to collaborative clusters. Technology comes out of the mill-work to support each mode.
A strategic wall penetration with diagonal bracing and floor to ceiling curtainwall established a connection to the city of Newark.
Meticulous transformation of a century-old structure and its surroundings while preserving its historic facade.
Initially without a front door, we reintroduced grandeur to its entry, linking it to the city and campus. Responding to a two-story grade difference, we activated the lower levels, creating diverse, engaging routes. Taking inspiration from the original facade, we designed a two-story portal that encouraged both casual and formal interactions. The outcome was an academic center promoting collaboration across five colleges, setting a new standard for on-campus spaces.
The strategic blend of existing and new interior materials, paired with abundant natural light create a calm yet inspiring space for individual or group study or gathering.
The vestibule below the entry steps serves as an impromptu meeting spot and connection from building to campus.
An open stair at the juncture between the 1912 and 1969 weaves together programs and building sections.
A new floor opening creates a double-height space that ties the two public floors of the building together. Sleek modern material interventions highlight the historic steel columns, brick load bearing walls and terra floor structure.
Open lounges pair with glass enclosed break out rooms to provide a variety of spaces for individual or group study or gathering. Flexible furniture and AV technology, with whiteboard wall surfaces aid in effective collaboration.
Marvel transformed a 100-year-old school into NJIT's innovative hub, enhancing connections, design, and streetscapes.
Lecture rooms keep students close to the presenter while classrooms easily adapt from front focused instruction to collaborative clusters. Technology comes out of the mill-work to support each mode.
Pulling the grade away from the historic building facade created a two story main entrance that activates the pedestrian walkway day and night at NJIT’s Central King Building.