GBC Member Project of the Month Wells College in Aurora, New York celebrated the completion of its new science building, Ann Wilder Stratton ’46 Hall, in September. Designed in harmony with the campus’ existing historic buildings, the 47,000-sq. ft. facility was constructed on a challenging shale slope. Stratton Hall’s two-story, light-filled atrium echoes the spirals of a nautilus shell, one of many scientific artifacts on display. By incorporating open meeting areas and blackboards into the building’s main thoroughfare, the atrium maximizes the facility’s teaching space. A more secluded room on the upper floor of the structure offers students and visitors a quiet space to study or meet. A 92-seat lecture hall, used for classes, colloquia and lectures across the disciplines, boasts a state-of-the-art multimedia system. A sophisticated HVAC system was installed to support the eight specialized laboratories and their adjacent research and prep rooms. “Smart” classrooms round out the teaching facilities, featuring wall-to-wall blackboards and computer projection capabilities. Custom millwork, windows and landscaping beautify computer labs and faculty offices as well as the building’s open spaces. The Wells science building was designed by HOLT Architects and construction management services were provided by GBC Member LECESSE Construction of W. Henrietta, NY.

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