Morgan State University Thurgood Marshall Hall

Client: <a href="https://msa.maryland.gov/msa/mdmanual/25ind/html/26econ.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> Maryland Economic Development Corporation
Location: Baltimore, MD
Architect: Hord Coplan Macht Moody Noland
Size: 223,000 SF

New dorms inspire growth and expansion, paying tribute to Supreme Court Justice

Gilbane, in association with WarrenBuilds, provided construction management at-risk services for the construction of a new $75 million, 168,000 SF student housing and dining complex for Morgan State University. Named in tribute to the first African American Supreme Court Justice, this new student housing and dining complex was financed, designed, constructed, and operated through an alternative delivery model managed by MEDCO – the Maryland Economic Development Corporation.

Project Overview

The project is a 12-story tower with a traditional dining hall with retail and student support services on the ground floor
The residential portion is a variety of single-room and suite configurations totaling 604 beds
The 40,000 SF glass-enclosed ground floor dining hall and food court provide both traditional student meals and 24-hour dining options
The building features a variety of individual and group study areas