The construction of the Fascitelli Center for Advanced Engineering delivers a modern, integrated facility for the University of Rhode Island’s College of Engineering. The new H-shaped building replaces five older structures and features a walk-out lower level, a six-story bridge structure, and two office wings ranging from two to four stories.
The first floor includes an extensive south-facing commons with a clear-span café area designed without columns, creating an open and inviting space. This level also hosts instructional labs and interactive classrooms directly connecting to student collaboration zones. Upper floors accommodate flexible, modular laboratories near faculty offices and graduate workstations to promote research and academic engagement.
Adjacent to the new center, the renovation of Bliss Hall complements the campus environment by supporting further collaboration and interaction among students and faculty.
The project achieved LEED Silver certification.
Photographer Credit: James Ewing / JBSA
