PROJECT University of Pittsburgh, Community Engagement Center - Homewood
PROJECT LOCATION 622 N. Homewood, Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15208
ARCHITECTURE FIRM Strada
CONTRIBUTORS & CONSULTANTS
Waller Corporation
Atlantic Engineering Services
CJL Engineering
University of Pittsburgh, Community Engagement Center - Homewood
Category
Architecture - Medium
Description
PROJECT INTENT
In response to the University of Pittsburgh’s desire to make an even greater impact in the community, they are opening five urban Community Engagement Centers (CEC) aimed at building alliances within urban neighborhoods to collaboratively create stronger communities. Each center will be designed to focus on the specific needs, interests, and input of the neighboring communities that are aligned with the work of Pitt researchers, staff, and students. Strada recently completed Phase 1 of the Homewood CEC. What was once a vacant grocery store is now a 20,000 sq. ft. space that includes a science lab, a computer lab, first floor and lower level conference rooms, a seminar room, a classroom and an art gallery featuring work by local artists. These rooms are available for community and Pitt members to rent out