Historic Resource Survey Form : Heustis Hall
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Date
2006
Authors
Johnson, Susan
Pochert, Erin
Flathman, Jennifer
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University of Oregon
Abstract
The construction of Science III in 1973 demonstrates the continued importance of science on the University of Oregon
campus. Growth and increased specialization within the science disciplines meant that the departments were rapidly outgrowing the
laboratory and classroom spaces in Science I and II. The firm of Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill(SOM) continued the work begun with
Science II to create a community of scientists equipped with the latest in technology. The SOM design for Science III sought to
maximize the ability of the science departments to grow and utilize modern equipment. As with Science II, the structural frame is
located at the perimeter of the building to maximize interior laboratory spaces. To allow for future growth, the reinforced concrete
frame has capacity for vertical expansion of two levels. In Science III, brick provides greater harmony with campus buildings than in
the earlier science buildings. The brick is clearly veneer and expressed concrete frame is in keeping with the Brutalist design
principles. In 1986, the University renamed Science III in honor of Ralph Huestis’ contributions as professor of biology from 1924 to
1962. In 1989, Huestis Hall was connected to the new science complex by way of doors to Streisinger Hall. The science departments
have used Huestis continuously since its construction. Currently Huestis Hall houses the Institute of Neuroscience.
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5 pages
Keywords
cultural resources survey, architecture, history