Universities are increasingly finding a strong correlation between students living on campus and increased academic success. While many factors contribute to these connections, the outcomes are significant enough to lead some universities to rethink their strategies for housing students. Many institutions are looking for opportunities to provide new and alternative living situations for their students. Others are implementing policies encouraging or requiring certain students to live on campus.
Source: American Association of Community Colleges
Source: New York Times
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, American Time Use Survey
Source: National College Health Assessment
Source: New York Times
How can student housing design promote the success of college students?
Programming Diagram
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Building Plan | Level 2
Building Plan | Level 4
Larger spaces can be used as lecture halls, studio spaces, and workshops, while smaller spaces are used for community kitchens, workout spaces, and study rooms.
Traditional and unique fitness options are located on each floor.
Units line the edges of the Studio House building with a variety of classroom, study, activity, and lounge spaces between. The interstitial spaces can be combined vertically to allow for double-height spaces.
8-Bed Unit Plan
The communication wall helps roommates stay in contact.
