East Wheelock Residence Halls
Honor Award // Excellence in Architectural Design - Commercial / Institutional
Architect // Harriman
GC // North Branch Construction
Mechanical Engineer // Harriman
Electrical Engineer // Harriman
Structural Engineer // Harriman
Landscape Architect // Sasaki
Envelope Consultant // Gale Associates
LEED Consultant // Thornton Thomasetti
Description
Harriman partnered with Dartmouth College to transform the East Wheelock residential cluster through comprehensive renovations of Morton Hall, Andres Hall, Zimmerman Hall, and Brace Commons. The project reimagined 1980s-era residence halls into a vibrant, connected living-learning community that supports student engagement, wellness, and accessibility. Bright new lounges, study spaces, and gathering areas replace formerly isolated interiors, fostering collaboration and community. A major focus of the project was improving accessibility through the addition of elevators, private single-user bathrooms, and upgraded life safety systems, ensuring equitable access for all students. At the heart of the revitalized cluster, Brace Commons was transformed into a dynamic social and academic hub featuring flexible interior spaces, a rooftop plaza, and enhanced outdoor gathering areas. The result is a welcoming residential environment that strengthens connections among students and enriches campus life.
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Photo credit: Jeremy Bitterman