The College of St. Rose developed the 40,000 SF, $12M Massry Center for Music as a showcase of sustainable architecture and engineering. The facility houses practice rooms, teaching studios, classrooms, faculty offices, and a 400-seat Recital Hall and Art Gallery, earning LEED™ Gold certification.
Acoustics: Recital Hall and rehearsal studios designed for optimal sound separation and performance quality.
Mechanical Systems: Geothermal water-source heat pumps with energy recovery ventilation; modeled to achieve 40% higher efficiency than conventional HVAC.
Electrical/Lighting: Flexible performance lighting, daylight harvesting, and a full digital control system to minimize energy use.
A state-of-the-art, energy-efficient facility that enhances both the academic program and cultural presence of the College, providing premier performance and exhibition spaces for students and the community.
