RECLAIMING A MATERIAL TRADITION

An abandoned quarry that once supplied stone for many buildings on West Point’s historic campus was reopened to give the new structure continuity with the Academy’s strong traditions. Choosing materials from nearby sources contributed to the project earning a bronze SPiRiT certification, a Government-initiated building-sustainability program.

TRADITIONS REINTERPRETED

Jefferson Hall reinterprets the massive masonry
volumes of Military Gothic architecture in combination
with broad expanses of glass and large open interior
spaces full of natural light and color. Decorative motifs
from cadet uniforms, military medals, seals, and
inscriptions used to enliven floors, ceilings, walls,
and light fixtures firmly connect this forward-looking
building to the Academy’s rich traditions.