A welcoming, accessible home for admissions

Williams College

ARC worked with Williams College to transform historic Weston Hall into the new home for the Admissions and Financial Aid Offices. The renovation co-locates the two offices by creating a more visible and welcoming culture of accessibility while enabling a seamless support system for families who are navigating the process of applying to and affording the College.
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Previously an underutilized building on campus, through careful planning and thoughtful reconfiguration of the interior spaces as well as a contemporary but architecturally sympathetic addition in the rear, Weston Hall was transformed to present a strong first impression to campus visitors. The building now includes meeting spaces of varying sizes, administrative offices, and support spaces. Vertical and horizontal circulation within the building was improved and the unused attic space was claimed for new mechanical systems.

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A complete exterior restoration included new slate roofing with copper flashings and downspouts, brick repointing, and new windows. Accessibility at the historically significant front door was addressed with a ramp, complemented by a patio with outdoor seating for visitors. The building is LEED Gold Certified and incorporates “deep energy” retrofits of the existing building.

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Photography: Warren Patterson Photography

Project
Weston Hall Renovation and Addition
Location
Williamstown, MA
Size
16,000 SF Renovation, 6,000 SF Addition
Awards
LEED Gold

A welcoming, accessible home for admissions

Williams College

Project
Weston Hall Renovation and Addition
Location
Williamstown, MA
Size
16,000 SF Renovation, 6,000 SF Addition
Awards
LEED Gold
ARC worked with Williams College to transform historic Weston Hall into the new home for the Admissions and Financial Aid Offices. The renovation co-locates the two offices by creating a more visible and welcoming culture of accessibility while enabling a seamless support system for families who are navigating the process of applying to and affording the College.
Presentation Mode
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Previously an underutilized building on campus, through careful planning and thoughtful reconfiguration of the interior spaces as well as a contemporary but architecturally sympathetic addition in the rear, Weston Hall was transformed to present a strong first impression to campus visitors. The building now includes meeting spaces of varying sizes, administrative offices, and support spaces. Vertical and horizontal circulation within the building was improved and the unused attic space was claimed for new mechanical systems.

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A complete exterior restoration included new slate roofing with copper flashings and downspouts, brick repointing, and new windows. Accessibility at the historically significant front door was addressed with a ramp, complemented by a patio with outdoor seating for visitors. The building is LEED Gold Certified and incorporates “deep energy” retrofits of the existing building.

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Photography: Warren Patterson Photography

A welcoming, accessible home for admissions / Williams College
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