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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: Chairman of the Board Date: May 20, 2014, 9:34 am
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[quote author=sbugold link=topic=249.msg10890#msg10890
date=1400595923]
[quote author=Chairman of the Board
link=topic=249.msg10882#msg10882 date=1400530285]
thanks gold- will be very happy to hear comments from the mtg...
[/quote]
First, I should note that the presentations were made by four
teams of undergrads as one of the assignments in Prof. Finn's
class. So, they did not represent in-depth studies with
detailed plans re: how to overcome community, legal and funding
barriers. Rather, they each presented their visions/ideas for
the future, and specifically focused on the areas adjacent to
and across from the Stony Brook train station.
That said, many of the ideas were interesting and led to some
lively discussion. Most centered attention on the following,
dividing the ideas up into short, mid and long-range categories;
--upgrade of commercial area on North side of 25A, including
reconfiguring of structures and rear parking in lieu of current
disastrous distributed parking nightmare.
--creation of open spaces (perhaps negotiating with Stony Brook
School) to obtain some land space
--slowing of auto traffic and easing of pedestrian movement
through installation of medians, walkways, etc.
--expansion of train station for more utility, expanded seating
areas, weather protection for waiting passengers and potential
for modern transit hub to better accommodate parking, buses and
taxis
--general beautification (e.g. walkways, plantings, etc.) and
sustainability modifications (e.g. solar provisions, rain water
use, etc.)
As I indicated, none of this is ready for submittal to anyone.
But, it's nice to know the conversation is in motion somewhere.
I think Prof. Finn may be a good resource for anyone wanting to
pursue some specifics to move forward in the future.
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thanks- my concern with 25a (specifically the north side) is the
noise factor. earlier in the thread i posted that quite a few
new dorms will be build in between the lot and the track (that
path to the Bench where the volleyball courts are) and i wonder
if that will facilitate the need for construction.
i think if they are going to create a college town (which i
STILL dont see any plans for!) it would have to be in this very
area. dont give the students any reason to not show up (i.e.,
its too far, dont have transport, etc). proximity matters.
i think expanding anything in the train station will entice
students to leave campus more. ::) 8)
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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: Chairman of the Board Date: September 16, 2014, 12:51 pm
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found this (outdated) news today on the Toll Drive residence
halls...
HTML http://sbstatesman.com/2014/09/04/what-you-missed-at-stony-brook-while-you-were-away/
[quote]Construction of new residence halls and a 60,000 square
foot dining facility began on Toll Drive between Mendelsohn Quad
and the Wang Center. Groundbreaking on the first phase of the
project, which includes the dining facility, took place on July
30.
The second phase, which will add a commons building, is
scheduled to be completed by fall 2016. The new suite-style
buildings will add 759 beds to the university’s housing
capacity, bringing the total above 10,300. The dining facility
portion is intended to take the place of the food services of
the Stony Brook Union, according to a univeristy press
release.[/quote]
HTML http://www.northshoreoflongisland.com/datedimages/2014/04/30/6171A2JYk436E29E.med.jpg
[quote]In response to the increasing demand for on-campus
housing from new and continuing students, the University has
commenced the construction of 759 beds of new residence hall
accommodations and a 60,000 square foot dining facility at a
site between Mendelsohn Quad and Toll Drive. Site clearing has
begun, and the project is scheduled for completion by Fall 2016.
The new residence halls will bring the total campus housing
inventory above 10,300 beds. The new facility will be suite
style, single room design, with hopes of gaining LEED
Certification. [/quote]
HTML http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/res/news/tolldrive.shtml
[quote]The dining portion of the project will replace nearly all
food service venues currently located in the Stony Brook Union,
allowing for the conversion of the Union to a dedicated Student
Services Center. [/quote]
HTML http://sb.cc.stonybrook.edu/news/general/2014-08-01-sbu-residence-hall.php
It should be six stories, costing around $34M, $50M, or $90M
depending on which estimate you read. A lot more photos here:
HTML http://www.ksqarchitects.com/multifamilyHousing_project.php?pID=36&sID=4
[quote]They stated in a survey that this approach would create
courtyards between the wings of the residence halls, enhancing
the neighborhood character of this area on campus.[/quote]
HTML http://www.sbindependent.org/will-the-new-residence-hall-preserve-the-view-of-wang-center/
I read somewhere the the U is leasing beds from Dowling College,
which, with LI traffic, is not close.
It looks like the Union is being renovated ($60M) from Summer
'16 - Summer '18:
HTML http://sbstatesman.com/2014/02/18/campus-construction-projects-continue-to-develop-mp-am-bd/
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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: Chairman of the Board Date: September 16, 2014, 1:11 pm
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better photos here:
HTML http://www.ksqarchitects.com/images/portfolio/boards/sbu_tolldrive/SBU-TOLL_DRIVE_001_.jpg
HTML http://www.ksqarchitects.com/images/portfolio/boards/sbu_tolldrive/SBU-TD_002_.jpg
HTML http://www.ksqarchitects.com/images/portfolio/boards/sbu_tolldrive/SBU-TD_003_.jpg
HTML http://www.ksqarchitects.com/images/portfolio/boards/sbu_tolldrive/SBU-TD_005_.jpg
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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: ecasadoSBU Date: September 16, 2014, 10:31 pm
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Thats gonna look pretty darn awesomee! Impressive!
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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: Chairman of the Board Date: September 17, 2014, 7:57 am
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it is yes. i just wish that they had went for the more
traditional look.
costs aside (because im sure it costs so much more), i was up in
geneva a few weeks ago. i hadnt been to hobart since the early
90s, when i was there twice. sure, its a private school. but
this is another opportunity to build this:
HTML http://talloiresnetwork.tufts.edu/wp-content/uploads/talnet__134.bmp
instead of the above. just one man's opinion. to me,
aesthetics matter. a lot.
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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: ecasadoSBU Date: September 17, 2014, 9:45 am
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I guess at this point it would be odd to build in a traditional
style. It might be too late. especially with the Brutalist SB
Union and the modern asian-american Wang center across the
streets. It wouldn't fit too well even though I agree that the
traditional style looks so much better!
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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: ry1nik Date: September 17, 2014, 10:27 am
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You're right ecasado...that train has already left the station.
You can't mix modern and traditional without it looking
disjointed
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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: Chairman of the Board Date: September 17, 2014, 1:12 pm
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...which is exactly what cornell looks like.
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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: ecasadoSBU Date: September 22, 2014, 3:04 pm
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2014 State of the University Address
HTML https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28VdxzzO-e4
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Re: Making SB better- Idea Thread
By: ecasadoSBU Date: September 22, 2014, 3:07 pm
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New Stony Brook Union! Very happy
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