Slifka Center for Jewish Life at Yale
New Haven, Connecticut
The leaders at the Slifka Center for Jewish Life at Yale recognized that to better engage with the campus and satisfy programming needs, the building required a major modernization. Their vision led to a complete renovation, reinforcing Slifka’s role as a thriving, vital member of the university community. Phase one has recently been completed.
Additional room was needed; however, zoning placed limits on new construction, so space was added inside wherever possible. Informal socialization, meeting, study and relaxation spaces were developed to make the building more inviting. Student spaces were moved to the first floor, and administration was moved upstairs.
To increase lower-level dining hall seating, an underused courtyard was enclosed with walkable terrace skylights. New lounge “nooks” also convert to additional seating. A new hallway provides access to the terrace from the expanded lobby, where counters with barstools overlook the dining hall. The kitchens were replaced and building systems upgraded to increase efficiency.
Appropriately, Yale’s illustrious blue now also helps reinforce the connection to the university.
Additional Information
Cost per Sq Ft
$364.00
Featured in
2023 Educational Interiors Showcase
Category
Renovation
Interior category
Interior Renovation
Other projects from this professional
Grover Cleveland Charter High School
Design Team PBWS Architects (Architect): Barton Anderson (Partner), Wade Frazier (Architect of Record),...
McArthur High School, New STEM Building
Design Team Lourdes Rodriguez, AIA (Project Architect); Antonio Moreno (Designer); Rosi Cutrone (Project...
MSOE, Welcome Center
MSOE’s Welcome Center has been renovated to provide a contemporary and informative...
Grover Cleveland Charter High School Comprehensive Modernization
The comprehensive modernization of Grover Cleveland Charter High School transforms the 1961...
Load moreProduct suppliers specified
AS&U Design Competitions
The ultimate tribute to education design excellence. If selected for publication, this distinctive...
Have an exceptional project that deserves national recognition? Want to show your best work to the...
