University of Illinois at Chicago Computer Design Research and Learning Center

Chicago, IL

University of Illinois at Chicago Computer Design Research and Learning Center

The newest building to replace the east campus’ aging infrastructure, which dates back to 1965, this five-story, state-of-the-art hub with 35 labs serves nearly 2,000 engineering and computer science students. It offers 16,000 ft² of classroom space, a 1,200-ft² robotics lab, collaborative learning spaces, a community center, and office space for administrators and student affairs. Visitors enter the building through a soaring, daylit atrium, and the project, designed to achieve LEED Gold certification, is adjacent to Memorial Grove.