Cal Poly Pomona Student Services Building

The Student Services Building symbolizes the aspirations and mission of the university and serves as the campus “front door” for…

Unique Roof as Contextual & Performance Driver

Cal Poly Pomona Student Services Building

Pomona, CA

The Student Services Building symbolizes the aspirations and mission of the university and serves as the campus “front door” for prospective students, returning students, alumni and visitors. It houses the office of the president, division of university advancement, and divisions of academic, student and administrative affairs.

The undulating roof design is inspired by the surrounding hills and mountains, branding the building both as a campus landmark and a memorable place of arrival. The roof also serves a primary and essential role in passive solar design. Its perforated overhangs shade the exterior glass, reduce thermal loads and glare, and maximize good quality daylight. Other passive and mechanical sustainable strategies serve to optimize visual and thermal comfort, operational flexibility and aesthetic sensitivity.

Project Name

Student Services Building

Size

138,400 GSF

Client

California State Polytechnic University

Completion Date

2018

Services

Programming
Full Architecture
Interior Design

Location

Pomona, CA

"This stunning facility epitomizes Cal Poly Pomona’s standing as a student-focused university. As the new gateway to our physical campus, the Student Services Building greatly enhances the beauty of our university while likewise bolstering our collaborative efforts to serve our students."

Soraya M. Coley, President, Cal Poly Pomona  

Awards

  • World Architecture News, 2024 WAN Awards Americas, Institutions
  • RTF Architecture, 2022 Construction & Design Award
  • Architecture MasterPrize, 2019 Winner in Architectural Design / Educational Buildings
  • World Architecture News, 2019 WAN Façade Award
  • Architizer, 2020 A+ Awards Shortlist Finalist in Architecture + Metal
  • AIA California, 2020 Merit Award
  • AIA|LA, 2019 Honor Award
  • AIA|LA, 2019 COTE LA Honor Award 
  • Westside Urban Forum, 2019 Design Award