KBE Launches Another Design-Build Project: Grace Hall Expands Student Housing at SUNY Binghamton University
A new chapter in student living is on the rise at SUNY Binghamton University. KBE Building Corporation, in partnership with Newman Architects, is proud to serve as the design-builder and constructor of Grace Hall, the University’s newest student housing facility and the first residence hall built on campus since 2013.
This six-story, 112,280-square-foot residence hall will deliver 364 new beds along with flexible, multi-purpose spaces, directly supporting the college’s growing campus community and evolving student experience.
KBE Building Corporation | SUNY Binghamton Grace Hall | Rendering Courtesy of Newman Architects
Shaping a Growing Campus
Over the past year, SUNY Binghamton University has experienced a 15.5 percent increase in applicants, driving the need for expanded on-campus housing. KBE’s team is responding to this growth by delivering a new residence hall featuring suite-style living, including 12 single-bed suites and ADA-accessible rooms. Most suites are designed as three-bedroom layouts with three double rooms or four-bedroom configurations that include two double rooms and two single rooms.
Each of the six residential floors features dedicated study and meeting spaces and is thoughtfully designed to create a welcoming, residential atmosphere that connects students to the campus and the broader community. The building also includes a Great Room with a kitchen, staff offices, and residential storage locker rooms, offering shared amenities that support both student life and campus operations.
Residential Housing Rooted in Nature
Grace Hall weaves nature into the core of the student experience, uniting thoughtful design with a deep commitment to conservation and well-being. Strategically sited along the northern edge of the campus, the building preserves mature trees and embraces the site’s natural, hilly topography, transforming environmental sensitivity into a defining architectural feature. Fully ADA-accessible pathways wind seamlessly through the landscape, connecting residents not only to the residence hall but to the broader Mountainview College campus, ensuring accessibility for all. Beyond the building envelope, residential life extends outdoors through vibrant social and study spaces that encourage students to relax, connect, and recharge. Adirondack chairs, sculpted seat walls, and hammocks create an atmosphere more reminiscent of a retreat than a traditional dormitory, offering an inspiring setting for reflection, collaboration, and meaningful moments immersed in nature.