Washington University in St. Louis
Earth and Planetary Sciences Building, St. Louis, MO
The Earth and Planetary Sciences Building supports the teaching and research activities of one of the country’s few academic programs to make direct use of knowledge gained by exploring the solar system.
Key Features
- Building creates a distinctive identity for the Earth and Planetary Sciences and strengthens the Collegiate Gothic character of the campus.
- Innovative mechanical systems meet 21st-century research needs while respecting the principles of Collegiate Gothic design.
- Clustering of research disciplines promotes collaboration among researchers and greater operational efficiencies.
- Lounge spaces, conference rooms, and shared teaching spaces encourage interaction.
- Building has achieved LEED-Silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council.
