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D e s i g n C o n c e p t s
The creation of any structure, regardless of use, should be governed by thoughtful design concepts and implementation strategies. The structure has to perform both as architecture, showing clear intent and aesthetics while simultaneously contributing to the overall urban design scheme on the campus. Sited on the northeast corner of the existing campus, Nalanda Hall defines the edge of the campus on Arapahoe Avenue, one of the busiest streets in Boulder. The structure is also the biggest building on campus and defines both a new scale and aesthetic for the future development. The overall form is simple and a palette of materials, heavy timber, masonry, stucco and wood windows, was selected to relate the structure back to the established roots of the campus while balancing the specific identity and goals of this particular building.

D a y l i g h t i n g
Complementary to the concept of a low energy impact and long term sustainable environment is the concept of providing the majority of lighting through natural daylighting. This is done through the manipulation of available daylight by directing and diffusing throughout the work spaces. This is accomplished with strategically placed light shelves and reflectors. Additionally, daylight is brought into the center of the space through the use of tubular and conventional skylighting. This system is supplemented with high efficiency task lighting in work areas.