Buildings

The University of Richmond is recognized for our commitment to improving the sustainability performance of our buildings. All new buildings constructed on campus are required to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Silver status or an equivalent rating. LEED requirements influence the design, building, and maintenance of buildings to provide a safe and healthy workspace while minimizing impact on land, air, and water.

In 2004, Weinstein Hall became the first LEED certified building in Central Virginia. There are now 16 LEED certified buildings on campus.

Associate Vice President for Facilities, Andrew McBride, and Director of Design and Construction, Chuck Rogers, have attained the status of LEED Accredited Professional. For more information on campus architecture and design, visit the Facilities website.

Green Certified Buildings

- Carole Weinstein International Center (LEED Gold, 2015)
- Gateway Village Apartments (LEED Silver, 2016)
- Heilman Center Addition (LEED Certified, 2009)
- Humanities Building (formerly Ryland Hall) (In Progress)
- Lakeview Hall (LEED Silver, 2013)
- North Court (LEED Gold, 2019)
- Queally Center (LEED Gold, 2018)
- Queally Hall (LEED Silver, 2016)
- Residence Hall No. 1 (formerly Jeter Hall) (LEED Silver, 2016)
- Residence Hall No. 2 (formerly Thomas Hall) (LEED Gold, 2016)
- Richmond Hall (LEED Gold, 2018)
- Robins Stadium (LEED Silver, 2011)
- Weinstein Center for Recreation and Wellness (LEED Gold, 2010)
- Weinstein Hall (LEED Certified, 2004)
- Well-Being Center (Earthcraft Certified, 2020)
- Westhampton Center (LEED Gold, 2017)
- Westhampton Hall (LEED Silver, 2016)

What is a Green Building?

Watch this video from the U.S. Green Building Council for a better understanding of what makes a green building green.