Danforth Campus Construction Update: Projects and Timing
Date Posted: May 23, 2016
Posted In: Projects,
From Washington University: The Danforth Campus of Washington University in St. Louis will be buzzing with construction activity this summer.
Now that Commencement is over, crews will begin renovations on Olin Library and Bryan Hall, and start utility work in advance of the upcoming enhancements to the east end of the Danforth Campus.
Additional projects include the creation of a Big Bend bicycle/pedestrian dual path and a Wallace Drive water main replacement. The scope of the work being done this summer means there will be a number of road, parking or sidewalk closures related to the construction. To find out the latest information, visit detours.wustl.edu.
Here is a detailed description of the main summer construction projects:
Olin Library will have a major expansion within its existing footprint, as two levels of additional space will be created below the Whispers Café in the southeast corner of the building. The renovation will increase space for study and exploration and will feature new spaces for enhanced technology, including data and Geographic Information Systems.
A new entrance also will be opened at the north side of Olin, creating a corridor from north to south, and allowing ease of access to buildings to the north of Olin. The area adjacent to Whispers Café will undergo a dramatic renovation with the addition of a four-story glass tower with space for collaboration, meeting rooms, exhibition space and the Exploration Center. Whispers will be renovated to provide enhanced customer service and a more appealing and efficient layout.