Humphreys Hall includes the complete interior and exterior renovation of the first academic building on Cheyney University’s historic quadrangle. The fieldstone walls, wood windows, and brick chimneys were rehabilitated, and the slate roof replaced in kind. The 1950 one-story Annex addition was demolished allowing the building to return to its original configuration. The site of the annex was renovated for recreational green space and includes an open pavilion constructed from stone salvaged from the demolition. The interior renovation includes replacement of building systems, reconfiguration of interior spaces, and the insertion of an elevator within the existing building envelope. The building is programmed as residential suites for student scholars. Common areas include a lounge, meditation room, kitchen, laundry room, and group study area.

UCI Architects’ restoration of Humphreys Hall was awarded the 2011 Grand Jury Historic Preservation Achievement Award from the Preservation Alliance of Greater Philadelphia.

Completion: 2010
Location: Cheyney, PA
14,000 Sq.Ft.