Thebaud Hall
Bronx, N.Y.
Buttrick White & Burtis

Wood paneling and clean lines enliven the halls of a well-loved landmark

© Eduard Hueber

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The building-wide renovation of Thebaud Hall arose from the University's need to re-engineer the delivery of administrative services to students by centralizing enrollment offices in one location. Formerly the School of Pharmacy, Thebaud Hall now houses the enrollment group, which is composed of admissions, registrar, bursar, and financial aid.

To accommodate this change of use, the architect designed a welcoming reception area, flanked by a waiting area for candidates and parents on one side and a student account area on the other. This combination of functions ensures a level of activity that supports the admissions effort and simplifies administrative procedures for students and staff. Private and open offices, flexible workspace for processing applications, and institutional mailings and dedicated filing areas were created on all three floors. As part of the renovation, state-of-the-art mechanical, electrical, and telecommunications systems were installed.

In designing the interiors, the architect focused particular attention on developing a palette of materials that would be appropriate for public spaces and could be easily and economically adapted for back-office functions. The oak featured in the paneling in the reception area is carried through the rest of the building in door surrounds, windowsills, and other elements. Throughout the building the use of natural wood and a palette of blues and grays creates a gently modulated modern collegiate image.

Formal name of Project:
Thebaud Hall

Location:
Fordham University, Bronx, N. Y.

Gross square footage:
14,000 sq. ft.

Total construction cost:
$1.5 million

Owner:
Fordham University. Dr Brian Byrne, Vice President for Administration; Joseph Scaltro, project manager

Architect:
Buttrick White & Burtis
475 Tenth Avenue
New York, NY 10018
212 967 3333; 212 629 3749 (fax)
www.bwb.com