A simply shaped, three-story volume unifies diverse programs on a compact site, where distinct spaces:from a naturally lit sanctuary to a garden-adjacent community room: each create a unique atmosphere within a cohesive whole.
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We were approached by the Chabad of Eugene to help reimagine their facilities on a small lot a few blocks south of the University of Oregon campus. The challenge of the project was to fit their diverse program elements onto a compact lot. The solution was to create a simply shaped volume, three stories in height, with each distinct program element “floating” loosely within it.
From the outside, the vertically oriented, wood-clad building has a bold and unified presence. From the inside, each room takes on a unique character based on its own specific needs. The sanctuary is clad on all surfaces by 2x6 fir boards washed with natural light from above giving a humble, authentic and pure atmosphere. The library room is circumscribed with bookshelves around central reading tables creating a mood of calm and focus. The community room opens to a green courtyard and is characterized by stone, earth and plantings. In this way each space, within the unified whole, prepares its visitors for a unique experience.
