Sherrerd Hall is the home for Operations Research and Financial Engineering at Princeton University. The four-story building includes computational labs, auditorium, classrooms, and offices for faculty and graduate students. Energy efficiency and sustainable design elements including a green roof are featured throughout.

The building completes the enclosure of one of the science quads and demonstrates a sense of belonging by referencing the materials and geometries of adjacent buildings. The exterior envelope composed of four-sided structural silicon glazed curtain wall - featuring metallic frit, translucent glass, and shadow box - intentionally contrasts with the hand-made, wood entrance doors and warm interior finishes.

An atrium ‘living room’ with wood panels and sculptural stair lit by an art installation - designed Jim Isermann - create a welcoming entry sequence to Sherrerd Hall.

The horizontal geometry of the curtain wall relates to the geometry of the brick-clad neighboring buildings. The gradient frit pattern is composed of a repeated mark abstracted from Chinese calligraphy and references the numeral one and binary code. The baked-on ceramic frit is a silver metallic which creates an ethereal reflective character to the façade while reducing solar heat gain.

In addition to coordinating design solutions with consultants and documenting the work, my contribution included recommendations for materials and construction technology related to curtain wall design. I worked closely with the curtain wall fabricator and engineers to achieve the performance requirements and maintain the aesthetic concept. This was a full-service project. My role extended through all phases of design and construction.