LEED Gold Certification Pending

August 2008 - In the interest of updating on-campus housing, Gallatin Hall underwent a complete gut and renovation. Originally constructed in 1926, this 4-story, U-shaped, brick and wood building is an MBA student residence which encompasses 48,218 sq. ft.

The building houses 71 single, private bedroom / bathroom combinations with each floor featuring a common kitchen. In addition, it accommodates staff offices, the student newspaper, and a 2-story lounge with bridge connector to the redesigned courtyard.

The restoration and preservation of the building facade lends points to Harvard’s objective of achieving LEED Gold Certification for the project. Work progressed on this busy occupied campus with classes in session and special consideration for site safety and truck traffic.

Architect: Shepley Bulfinch Richardson & Abbott

Photography: Anton Grassl / Esto