Project
Brandeis University - Housing Phase 1
Education: Higher Ed
Waltham, MA | 2027
- 140.2K GSF
- 1 Company
About
The new residence hall marks the first phase of a three-part housing initiative aimed at enhancing the quality of student life through new construction, major renovations and the strategic removal of aging facilities.
Located on the university’s lower campus, this transformational campus development project will add 631 beds, housing both undergraduate students and those engaged in summer programming. Construction is expected to be completed in spring 2027.
Designed by renowned Boston architects William Rawn Associates, the new residence hall will feature:
- Sustainable construction
- Full building accessibility
- Air conditioning
- Event and exercise spaces
- 14 kitchens and 14 lounges
- A combination of single and double rooms
- Outdoor courtyard and terrace
- Bike storage
- Residential “neighborhoods” to foster connection and community
Project Owner
Brandeis University
Is the project Net Zero Energy or Net Zero Energy Ready?
Net Zero Ready
Project Size in GSF
140.2K
Category of height
Mid-Rise
Number of residential units
390
How is the building all-electric for heating?
Air-source Heat Pump
Is the service hot water all-electric?
Not Applicable
What is the primary system type for domestic hot water?
Unspecified
On-site renewable energy
0%
Is the owner purchasing off-site renewable energy to offset all electricity consumption?
Unknown
Certifications related to Energy / Carbon
PHIUS
Site EUI Energy Use Intensity is the amount of energy a project uses per square foot over the course of a year. Site EUI = Annual Energy Use (kBtus) / Building(s) Area (ft²) / One Year (yr)
29.6 kBtu/sf/year
The EUI is
Modeled
What is the climate zone for this project?
5A Cool Humid