Based on breathing life into a Carman Hall at Columbia University, we proposed a “living column” (green wall) at the entry of the space. The lounge is divided in four spaces:

• Entry from the first floor to waiting area,

• Café area which is connected to the existing kitchen,

• Stage area for formal and informal lecture and performance, and

• A small study/gathering area with study white boards.

The kitchen is connected visibly by elongated windows to the lounge and spatially with a new door opening. The kitchen and the cafe area of the lounge are connected by the use of similar floor tiling and accents. Over-all design consists on the green- friendly material, flexible furniture for flexible arrangement of the space. We have also designed similar lounges in Columbia University, such as Ruggles, Schapiro, McBain Residential.

1600 sf

Collaborative Design Process including all stakeholders

LED Lighting

MEP, Life Safety Coordination

Living Plant Wall