Creating a Vibrant New Social Hub for Students

Trinity College Vernon Social Center

Hartford, Connecticut

Trinity College identified the need for a unifying space to foster a more robust social atmosphere on campus and tagged an underutilized 7,000 SF building as the ideal spot. An extensive renovation was necessary to divide the open area into smaller hubs, though original features like vaulted wood ceilings and a bright Sol LeWitt mural provided a glimpse of the space’s potential. Tecton engaged trustees, campus administrators, faculty and particularly students in the planning process to develop a space that is truly owned by the Trinity community. This multi-functional space supports a variety of student activities, with options for quiet study, socialization, dining and performance.