Campus Architecture Database: 88 Lowell Street

New Hampshire Institute of Art, Manchester, N.H.

Building Type: Mixed Use

Construction Type: New

Cost: $7.3-million

Square Footage: 32,000

Architect: Dennis Mires, P.A., The Architects

Contractor: Milestone Engineering and Construction Inc.

Opened: 2009

This project involved a historic renovation to the original building, which was Manchester’s first high school, along with construction of a six-story addition. The building provides both academic and residential space. Sustainable features include photovoltaic systems, geothermal heating and cooling, rainwater collection, and a vegetated roof, all part of an effort to reduce the institute’s carbon footprint. The project is designed to earn LEED gold Certification.

(Photo: New Hampshire Institute of Art)

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