Moore Building Renovation

About

The Moore Building has not seen a significant renovation since it was constructed in 1969. Spanning 23,502 assignable square feet (41,631 GSF), the building has served as a hub for academic activity, previously housing the Nursing program alongside general-purpose classrooms. The purpose of this project is to transform the Moore Building into a state-of-the art facility that supports interdisciplinary collaboration, program growth, and academic excellence.

This project is a comprehensive, transformational renovation, including new plumbing, mechanical, electrical, sprinkler and fire alarm systems; roof and window replacement; and accessibility and site improvements to enhance the building’s use and future sustainability. Interior demolition and abatement will occur as necessary to ensure the Moore Building functions as a ‘new’ facility while maximizing space for academic and institutional purposes. During the project’s development, LEED certification will be evaluated and considered.

The renovation will plan to house Health and Human Services (HHS) programs, including Advising and dedicated space for a proposed Doctor of Occupational Therapy program with instructional lab, offices, and flexible support spaces. Existing classroom spaces will be retained and modernized where feasible, including a ground-level 160-person auditorium and two second-floor classrooms with fixed seating. Remaining ASF will be evaluated during Programming for alteration and renovation for possible change-in-use and future flexibility to align with evolving program needs.

The Board of Trustees approved the team of Vines Architecture from Raleigh, NC and Studio Archibene from Durham, NC as the Designers for this project on May 13, 2025 as well as the selection of Blum Construction from Greensboro, NC as the Construction Manager at Risk on September 09, 2025. The Advance Planning design phase began in August, 2025.