Intended to offer a series of “moments,” the redesign of Newell Dining Hall transformed a 1970s institutional space to a contemporary, inviting environment offering modern service and menu options to satisfy today’s Towson students.

A serpentine curved floor pattern—echoed in the ceiling above—provides an active element that visually leads users through the servery on a path of discovery. Low, accessible counters and the incorporation of preparation and serving into display cooking stages provide a more student-friendly experience. Adjacent to the servery, the use of built-in seating, suspended ceiling canopies, and architectural lighting transforms a previously underutilized dining area into an intimate and comfortable gathering environment.