Steven Holl Architects (SHA) has been commissioned by Williams College to complete a program and masterplan study for the Williams College Department of Art and Museum of Art (WCMA). "The Master Plan aims to evaluate programming and space needs toward the determination of a program to catalyze the engagement of students, faculty and visitors with the visual arts," says SHA. 

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Steven Holl Architects (SHA) has been commissioned by Williams College to complete a program and masterplan study for the Williams College Department of Art and Museum of Art (WCMA). "The Master Plan aims to evaluate programming and space needs toward the determination of a program to catalyze the engagement of students, faculty and visitors with the visual arts," says SHA. After talking with nearly 30 distinct groups of students, faculty and museum staff, SHA defined five main goals in which the study is based on: Expand William College?s art presence in the region; Connect the arts across campus; Shape campus space, connecting interior to exterior; Make architecture in complementary relation to the picturesque campus; Create inspiring spaces for teaching and exhibiting art. ?Historically one of the most important launching institutions for museum leaders around the world, Williams College extends its dedication to excellence in art education with this new campus development phase,? said Steven Holl.?It is a great honor to work with the College to...