Rpi Greene Building

The Lighting Lab: A space dedicated to studying the effects of natural and artificial light on built environments.

Built in 1931, the Greene Building was designed by the firm of Gander, Gander & Gander. Its aesthetic reflects a transition in architectural history, featuring a stripped-down Classical style that incorporates Art Deco elements. The limestone facade and symmetrical proportions give it a sense of permanence and prestige, fitting for one of the oldest architecture programs in the United States. rpi greene building

Some notable sustainability features of the building include: The Lighting Lab: A space dedicated to studying

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| Attribute | Details | |-----------|---------| | | Greene Building | | Address | 169 8th Street, Troy, NY 12180 | | Year opened (renovated) | 2009 (original ca. 1960s) | | Architect (renovation) | EskewDumezRipple | | Square footage | ~58,000 GSF | | Primary occupant | RPI School of Architecture | | LEED certification | Gold | | Key labs | Digital Fabrication, Environmental Simulation, Lighting | | Nickname | “The Glass Box” (by students, due to the north atrium) |

The building serves primarily as the headquarters for RPI’s , one of the oldest and most respected architecture programs in the United States. It is named in honor of Greene Family , significant benefactors to RPI.