Building information

Commons at Kennedy Mall

  • Year Constructed: 2005
  • Number of Floors: 1
  • Gross Square Footage: 7,618

Kennedy Commons represents one of the first entirely green academic buildings in the U.S.. The residential quad is intended to educate users and visitors on the importance of sustainable design. The building uses a multitude of green materials to create a highly functional and flexible environment. The latest energy-efficient technology such as straw bale walls, raised flooring and natural ventilation were incorporated into the construction of the structure.