Rice University Martel, Jones and Brown Colleges

Rice University Martel Jones and Brown Colleges

Rice University Martel, Jones and Brown Colleges

Architect: Michael Graves and PGAL
Location: Houston, TX

  • PGAL, in association with Michael Graves Architects, was retained by Rice University to affect $55.6 million in improvements including the expansion of Brown College. The PGAL team provided architectural, structural, MEP, civil, landscaping, food service, acoustical and audiovisual consulting as well as design and selection of FF&E.
  • The project added 58 beds to Brown College, new dining and commons areas for movies and theatre productions with concealed theatrical lighting. Student living spaces feature high speed data communications outlets to each student’s desk. The building is organized around a common courtyard which incorporates existing buildings.