Originally built in 1915, New London Hall is the historic first academic building on the Connecticut College campus. Today, it houses the college’s Life Sciences programs, including Biology, Botany, Environmental Science and Computer Science. To modernize the facility for contemporary research and teaching needs, STV provided owner’s project management services for a comprehensive renovation and expansion of the building.
The program encompassed the renovation of the 25,500-square-foot hall and its attached 3,200-square-foot greenhouse, along with the construction of a new 13,600-square-foot addition. The fully upgraded facility now includes 21 faculty offices, five classrooms, seven teaching labs and six research labs – creating modern, flexible spaces designed to support interdisciplinary collaboration and hands‑on scientific learning.
What challenges did STV address?
Connecticut College sought to transform a century‑old academic landmark into a high‑performing home for life science programs. The project required careful coordination among designers, contractors and campus stakeholders, as well as robust management of budget, schedule and construction logistics to minimize disruption and maintain the building’s historic integrity while meeting modern scientific standards.
What solutions did STV deliver?
Acting as an extension of the college’s facilities management team, STV oversaw the full renovation and expansion process, coordinating design decisions, construction sequencing and quality control. The firm guided stakeholders through cost and schedule evaluations, managed contractor progress, and ensured the completed building met academic, research and operational requirements.
How does this project benefit the campus community?
The transformed New London Hall provides state‑of‑the‑art teaching and research environments that enhance hands‑on science education and foster interdisciplinary collaboration. The upgraded building strengthens the college’s STEM programs, supports student success, and preserves the historical character of a treasured campus landmark.
Key stats and accolades
- 25,500‑sf renovation and 3,200‑sf greenhouse upgrade
- 13,600‑sf building addition
- 21 offices, 5 classrooms, 7 teaching labs, 6 research labs
- Comprehensive owner’s project management services
