Their session will explore how the new Swarthmore College Dining and Community Commons represents an opportunity to reimagine how we live in community with one another. The new facility is a game-changer for Swarthmore College and features several components of interest to practically any Owner, including:

• Phased construction challenges;
• Design elements supportive of the College’s “To Zero by Thirty-Five” carbon neutrality goals;
• Using the built environment to foster connection and collaboration.

Together, the new dining hall and community commons will serve as a hub of activity and a cornerstone for social gathering on campus. The 800-seat dining hall will offer 10 robust food platforms, including allergy-aware, vegan, and international. Retail dining will be incorporated in the existing facility to activate the community commons and provide late-night dining options. Various sustainable design solutions meet the college’s desire for high energy efficiency, the use of on and off-site renewable energy, zero waste options, biophilic design, and local food sourcing.

Benjamin and Susan’s session will be on the third day of the conference, Wednesday, November 15 from 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM.