New Mexico State University Bookstore & Administrative Offices
Las Cruces, NM
Project Description
The NMSU bookstore is a LEED Gold, two-story, 45,000sf “Town and Gown” bookstore in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The building holds a 35,000sf actual bookstore program managed by Barnes & Noble College Booksellers. The remaining 10,000sf is comprised of 2,500sf of other retail and 7,500sf of University offices.
The building is reminiscent of other historical buildings in the surrounding areas while establishing a strong retail presence and connection to the surrounding community. The design of the New Mexico State University Bookstore building showcases a central two-story open atrium with a translucent skylight. While the bookstore’s main focus is to provide the resources required by the student body, it also functions as a vibrant hub for the community as a whole. The layout of the bookstore provides for twi informal reading lounges complete with built in wooden blinds, fireplaces, and audio video support for guest lecturers, musical performances, and community support groups.What Our Clients Are Saying
Architect
Antunovich AssociatesOwner
New Mexico State UniversityDate Completed
August 2011Location
New Mexico State University Bookstore & Administrative Offices
1713 E University Ave
Las Cruces, New Mexico 88001