EMBARCADERO HALL
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA SANTA BARBARA
Santa Barbara , CA

This former banking facility and nightclub, was completely renovated to current use as a multi-media lecture hall, computer drop-in center, tutorial classrooms and office space. The previous vault space was converted into the art department’s storage area for their valuable collections. The programming of this building required the consensus planning of six UC departments sharing this facility. The exterior spaces and plaza were designed to connect with the neighboring community park and accommodate pedestrian and bicycle circulation. Colorful, durable, and environmentally responsible materials were used when possible and appropriate. Successful completion was achieved on a low budget.